William Ames (Latin: Guilielmus Amesius) (1576 – 14 November 1633) was an English Protestant divine, philosopher, and controversialist. He spent much time in the Netherlands, and is noted for his involvement in the controversy between the Calvinists and the Arminians.
Read more about William Ames: Early Life and Education, Ministry in Holland, Academic, Move To Rotterdam, Influence, Sources
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