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(tĭl′ĭk, -ĭKH), Paul Johannes 1886-1965.

German-born American theologian and philosopher whose works, including Systematic Theology (1951-1963), bind Christianity to an understanding of modern culture.

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Tillich

(ˈtɪlɪk)

(Biography) Paul Johannes. 1886–1965, US Protestant theologian and philosopher, born in Germany. His works include The Courage to Be (1952) and Systematic Theology (1951–63)

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Til•lich

(ˈtɪl ɪk, -ɪx)

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Paul Johannes, 1886–1965, U.S. philosopher and theologian, born in Germany.

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