Albert Peyriguère
French priest and ethnologist
Born
September 28th, 1883
141 years ago
Died
1959
66 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
France
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A French priest and hermit, dedicated much of life to ethnology and the study of religious practices. Established a hermitage in the Pyrénées region where spiritual practices and ethnological studies merged. Conducted extensive research on local cultures and traditions, which contributed to a greater understanding of the social dynamics of the region. Authored several works, analyzing the intersection of faith and culture, and emphasized the importance of preserving the heritage of rural communities.
Conducted ethnological research in Pyrénées
Authored significant works on religion and culture
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