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Geiler von Kaysersberg, Johann(es)

(Geyler von Kaisersberg; 1445–1510). “The Ger. Savonarola”; b. Schaffhausen, Switz.; to Kaysersberg, Upper Alsace, 1448; educ. Freiburg U.; lectured there on Aristotle* and grammar; studied theol. in Basel 1471; influenced by J. de Gerson*; preacher at Strasbourg. Criticized civil and ecclesiastical corruption; suggested reforms to council, but remained in theol. of Middle Ages; criticized humanism; upheld indulgences, good works; works placed on Index* of Prohibited Books by Paul* IV.

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