Robert Bellarmine
1542–1621
Nationality: Italian
Historical Period: The Early Modern Period
Robert Bellarmine (1542–1621) was a Jesuit cardinal and a celebrated professor of theology at the Roman College, of which he became rector in 1592. He was also a highly ranked member of the Inquisition and of the Congregation of the Index, as well as Pope Clement VIII’s main advisor in theological matters. However, Bellarmine’s work risked being included in the Index of Prohibited Books for insufficient support of papal authority. At the same time, he was considered a major enemy of the absolute authority of sovereigns, such as James I of England.
Quotes from Robert Bellarmine:
- Bellarmine on the problem of a subject’s obedience to kings or popes
Titles from Robert Bellarmine: