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What is Schleiermacher often called because of his profound effect on Christian thought?

  • Father of Modern Liberal Theology

  • Father of Modern Science

  • Father of Modern Literature

  • Father of Modern Politics

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Schleiermacher was a German theologian and philosopher who is often called the "Father of Modern Liberal Theology" because of his profound effect on Christian thought. He argued that religion is not about believing in certain doctrines, but about feeling a sense of dependence on and communion with God.
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