Jonathan Edwards was an influential American theologian and preacher in the 18th century, known for his role in the First Great Awakening. Born in 1703 in East Windsor, Connecticut, he was a key figure in promoting religious revivalism and emphasized the importance of personal faith and emotional experience in religion. Edwards is best known for his sermon "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God," which vividly depicted the dangers of sin and the need for salvation. His writings and sermons contributed significantly to the development of Reformed theology and continue to be studied for their theological insights and rhetorical power.