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Hans Küng
AuthorBooks · Second hand1928-2021
Hans Küng was a Swiss Catholic priest, theologian, and author. He was a leading and often controversial figure in modern Catholic thought, known for his critique of papal infallibility and his advocacy of a re-examination of Catholic doctrine. He served as a theological adviser (''peritus'') at the Second Vatican Council (1962–1965) and was Professor of Ecumenical Theology at the University of Tübingen from 1960 until his retirement in 1996.
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About Hans Küng
Birth
1928
Death
2021
Hans Küng was a Swiss Catholic priest, theologian, and author. He was a leading and often controversial figure in modern Catholic thought, known for his critique of papal infallibility and his advocacy of a re-examination of Catholic doctrine. He served as a theological adviser (''peritus'') at the Second Vatican Council (1962–1965) and was Professor of Ecumenical Theology at the University of Tübingen from 1960 until his retirement in 1996.
Hans Küng was an influential Swiss theologian and priest who dedicated his life to the deep study of Christianity.
His most prominent work, On Being a Christian, has become a fundamental reference for understanding faith today.
Throughout his prolific career, he wrote over 460 works exploring theology, philosophy, and history.
Born in Sursee, Küng was known for his tireless academic work as a university professor and critical thinker.
His intellectual legacy focuses on the dialogue between Christianity and other religions, always promoting mutual understanding.
