October 15, 2025Erudition and the Republic of Letters

Becoming a Theologian: Anna Maria van Schurman, Epistolarity, and Self-Representation in the Republic of Letters

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ALAnne R. LarsenHope College SMSteve MaiulloHope College

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This analysis compares Anna Maria van Schurman’s letters with those of Reformed scholars, highlighting gendered expectations and her theological expertise.

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Van Schurman’s letters provide insight into her challenges and opportunities within scholarly discourse.
The correspondence reveals distinct gendered expectations from her male contemporaries regarding theological pursuits.
Her nuanced responses incorporate multiple languages, showcasing her theological expertise.
The analysis highlights the role of epistolarity in establishing Van Schurman’s identity within the Republic of Letters.

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Larsen et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68efa18f9d05deea71d13fe4 https://doi.org/10.1163/24055069-10030004

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This analysis compares Anna Maria van Schurman’s letters with those of Reformed scholars, highlighting gendered expectations and her theological expertise.

Becoming a Theologian: Anna Maria van Schurman, Epistolarity, and Self-Representation in the Republic of Letters

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Becoming a Theologian: Anna Maria van Schurman, Epistolarity, and Self-Representation in the Republic of Letters

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