Georg Hermes

Georg Hermes (born April 22, 1775, Dreierwalde, Münster—died May 26, 1831, Bonn) was a German Roman Catholic theologian, originator of the theological system called Hermesianism, which attempted to demonstrate the rational necessity of Christianity. His theology was deeply influenced by the philosophical works of Immanuel Kant and J.G. Fichte. Educated at the University of Münster, Hermes was ordained in 1799 and later became a professor of dogmatic theology there. In 1819 he was appointed professor...