Benedict Pictet
Benedict Pictet was a Genevan Reformed theologian.Life
He was born at Geneva on 19 May 1655. After receiving a university education there, he made an extensive tour of Europe. He then assumed pastoral duties at Geneva, and in 1686 was appointed professor of theology. He died there on 10 January 1724, at the age of 68.Works
In the area of systematic theology, Pictet published two major works:
- Theologia Christiana ; and
- Morale chrétienne.
He sought to revive the old orthodox theology, but was unable to prevent the Genevan Company of Pastors from adopting a new formula of subscription in 1706.
Pictet was also known as Christian poet, some of his hymns being included in French hymnals. Other works were Huit sermons sur Vexamen des religions and Dialogue entre un catholique et un protestant.
