Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel

Philosopher

Birthday August 27, 1770

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace Germany

DEATH DATE Nov 14, 1831 (61)

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About

Comprehensive ideas on history and reality influenced many thinkers of his time and after.

Before Fame

He studied theology near his hometown of Stuttgart, where he formed a friendship with other prominent future thinkers.

Trivia

His view of history was adapted by Karl Marx as the basis for his new Communist political system.

Family Life

His grandfather was a lawyer at the High Court of Justice at the Württemberg court, which may have inspired his philosophical pursuits.

Associated With

He influenced Karl Popper.

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