Franciscus Junius was a Dutch theologian and scholar born in 1545. He is best known for his work in the field of biblical studies and for his contributions to the development of Reformed theology. Junius played a significant role in the translation of the Bible into Dutch and was influential in the Protestant Reformation. In addition to his theological work, Junius was also a prominent linguist. He studied ancient languages, including Hebrew and Greek, which helped him in his biblical translations. His scholarly efforts laid the groundwork for future generations of theologians and scholars in the Reformed tradition. Junius passed away in 1602.