Erasmus
Erasmus of Rotterdam (1466–1536) was a Dutch Renaissance humanist, theologian, and scholar known for his critical editions of the New Testament and classical texts. A leading figure in classical scholarship, he advocated for religious reform and emphasized the value of education and literacy. Erasmus's works, including "In Praise of Folly," criticized ecclesiastical abuses and influenced the Protestant Reformation, while his commitment to intellectual inquiry and peace left a lasting impact on European thought.
Book summaries for books written by Erasmus
Quotes
War is the delight of madmen, the vomit of the human race.
The world is the best of all possible worlds, and everything in it is for the best.
Every man thinks himself rich enough; if he can pay his reckoning.
The happiest are those who have no expectations.
It's not the weight of the load, but how you carry it.
We are all fools, whether we dance or not, so we might as well dance.
The higher a man is in estate, the more he is a fool.
The more laws, the more offenders.
There is nothing so easy but that it becomes difficult when you do it with reluctance.
No man is wise at all times.
The most disadvantageous peace is better than the most just war.
The highest form of vanity is love of fame.