Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa

Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa (1486–1535) was a German scholar, lawyer, physician, and occult writer. He is best known for his work "De Occulta Philosophia," which explores esoteric knowledge, magic, astrology, and the spiritual world. Agrippa sought to synthesize Christian beliefs with ancient wisdom and mystical traditions, advocating that understanding hidden spiritual forces could lead to personal and worldly transformation. His ideas influenced both Renaissance thought and later occult traditions, making him a key figure in the history of Western esotericism.