1881 - 1955
Pierre Teilhard de Chardin was a French Jesuit priest, paleontologist, and philosopher, born on May 1, 1881, and died on April 10, 1955. He is best known for his synthesis of Christian theology with evolutionary science, particularly through his concept of the Omega Point, which posits a future convergence of spirituality and the cosmos. Teilhard's works, including "The Phenomenon of Man," have had a lasting influence on both theology and the understanding of evolution.