Benedictus Aretius (1522-1574), scholar
Benedictus Aretius (1522-1574) was a Swiss scholar.
Biography
Reformed theologian, NT scholar, and botanist. Born at Berne, rose to great distinction as a preacher and professor of Theology at Marpurg, but especially for his study of rare plants living in the Alpes. Died at Berne, April 22, 1574.