Arnold Ruge
German philosopher and author
Born
September 13th, 1802
222 years ago
Died
1880
145 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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Contributed to German philosophy in the 19th century. Engaged in the Young Hegelian movement and emphasized critical thinking and ethics. Fostered the spread of new ideas regarding freedom and democratic values. Authored several influential essays and writings.
Published influential essays on philosophy
Contributed to the development of critical thought
Participated in the Young Hegelian movement
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