World history has recorded several monumental theologians, hugely influential figures
who shaped the doctrines, ethics, and institutions of Christianity. They achieved this by translating the foundational teachings of Jesus and the Apostles into organized systems of belief, creeds, and moral frameworks.
But history has also recorded several significant reformers, individuals who shaped Christianity by decentralizing religious authority, challenging established dogma, and shifting the focus to personal faith to make the Bible accessible to everyone.
In this gallery, we list 15 of the most important figures who had a major influence on how the Christian faith evolved. Click to continue reading.