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What was Paracelsus' role in theology?

  • Lay theologian

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As a lay theologian, Paracelsus played a significant role in the intersection of science and religion. He challenged the prevailing medical beliefs of his time, which were heavily influenced by the teachings of Galen and Avicenna. Paracelsus argued that the human body was a microcosm of the universe and that illness was caused by an imbalance of the four elements.
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