Encyclopedic Dictionary of Bible and Theology

Vogel, David a Lutheran theologian of Germany, was born Sept. 12, 1674, at Kinigsberg, in Prussia. He studied at Leipsic; was appointed, in 1713, second court preacher at his native place, and in 1714 professor of theology besides; and died May 14, 1736. He wrote, Disputatio de Festo Naticitatis Christi: De Stabulo Bethlehemitico: De Quaestione: … Continue reading “Vogel, David”

Voetius (Voet), Gysbertus, D.D theological professor at Utrecht, and one of the most noted men in the Dutch Reformed Church of the 17th century. He was born March 3,1588, at Heusden, in Holland. He early distinguished himself, while a student at Leyden, by his industry and extraordinary memory, and profited greatly by the teachings of … Continue reading “Voetius (Voet), Gysbertus, D.D”

Voet, Alexander a Flemish engraver, was born at Antwerp in.1613. He executed a number of plates after the Flemish masters, in imitation of the style of Paul Pontius. He handled the graver well, but his drawing was incorrect, leaving the effect of his prints unsatisfactory. Some of his best prints are the following: after Rubens, … Continue reading “Voet, Alexander”

Voel, Jean a French ecclesiastic, was born in 1541 at Vaux-le-Monclot and entered the Order of St. Ignatius at the age of eighteen. He taught, the humanities in various colleges, especially at Lyons and Dole, where he filled the office of rector. In 1591 he was sent to occupy the chair of rhetoric and Greek … Continue reading “Voel, Jean”

Vocation, Ecclesiastical and Religious An ecclesiastical or religious vocation is the special gift of those who, in the Church of God, follow with a pure intention the ecclesiastical profession of the evangelical counsels. The elements of this vocation are all the interior and exterior helps, the efficacious graces which have led to the taking of … Continue reading “Vocation, Ecclesiastical and Religious”

Vocation See Call. Fuente: Dictionary of the Apostolic Church Vocation or CALLING, in theology, is a gracious act of God in Christ by which, through his word and Spirit, he calls forth sinful men, who are liable to condemnation and placed under the dominion of sin, from the condition of the animal life, and from … Continue reading “Vocation”

Vliet, John George Van a Dutch painter and engraver, was born at Delft in 1610. He was a disciple of Rembrandt, but little is known of his work as a painter. He left about ninety prints, from his own designs, after Rembrandt and after J. Lievens, which are executed in all excellent manner and with … Continue reading “Vliet, John George Van”

Vlerick, Peter a Flemish painter, was born at Courtray in 1539. He was first instructed by William Snellaert, and afterwards by Charles d’Ypres. But the capricious disposition of the latter caused him to quit his studio in two years. He then traveled through France, supporting himself with his pencil, and, after a short residence in … Continue reading “Vlerick, Peter”

Vladimir the Great, Saint (VLADIMIR or VOLODOMIR). Grand Duke of Kieff and All Russia, grandson of St. Olga, and the first Russian ruler to embrace Christianity, b. 956; d. at Berestova, 15 July, 1015. St. Olga could not convert her son and successor, Sviatoslav, for he lived and died a pagan and brought up his … Continue reading “Vladimir the Great, Saint”

Vizeu (VISENSIS). Diocese in north central Portugal. The bishopric dates from the sixth century and including the doubtful prelates and those elected but not confirmed, it has had eighty- three bishops. The list begins with Remissol (572-585) who attended the Second Council of Braga, but was exiled by the Arian King Leovigild. Tunila succeeded him … Continue reading “Vizeu”