Cornelis Jansen

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Cornelis Jansen was a notable theologian and the founder of Jansenism, a philosophical and theological movement within the Catholic Church. Born in the late 16th century, he became prominent for his views on grace and free will, which were heavily influenced by the works of Augustine of Hippo. Jansen's most significant work, 'Augustinus,' postulates that divine grace is essential for salvation, a view that would later lead to considerable controversy and conflict within the Catholic Church, particularly with the Jesuits who opposed his interpretations.

Throughout his life, Jansen was involved in the wider theological debates of his time, advocating for a return to Augustinian principles and calling for a reform within the Church. His ideas laid the foundation for Jansenism, which would attract a following among certain clergy and laypeople, leading to its condemnation by Pope Innocent X in 1653. Despite the controversies, Jansen's writings continue to be studied and have had a lasting impact on Catholic theology, influencing later thinkers and movements within Christianity.