Because of his profound effect on subsequent Christian thought, he is often called the "Father of Modern Liberal Theology" and is considered an early leader in liberal Christianity.
وكان له أثر عميق على الفكر المسيحي في وقت لاحق، وقال انه وغالبا ما يسمى "أب علم اللاهوت الحديث"، ويعتبر زعيم مبكر المسيحية الليبرالية.