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Johannes Oecolampadius

Swiss Protestant reformer in Basel.

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Also known as Oecolampadius

First appearance: religion and the rise of capitalism

Johannes Oecolampadius shows up with force in II: The Continental Reformers. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Oecolampadius is mentioned as the recipient of Calvin's letter on usury.
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In II: The Continental Reformers: Oecolampadius is mentioned as the recipient of Calvin's letter on usury.

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JCJohn CalvinMLMartin LutherHBHenry BullingerTCThomas CromwellTFThe FuggersJOJohannes Oecolampadius

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  • Puritan Religious Leaders

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