Debendranath Tagore

Indian philosopher and author

Debendranath Tagore - Indian philosopher and author
Born

May 15th, 1817
208 years ago

Died

1905
120 years ago — 88 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

India

Links & References

A prominent philosopher and author, contributed extensively to the intellectual and spiritual landscape of 19th century India. Founded the Brahmo Samaj, a reformist religious and social movement that sought to promote monotheism and eradicate social evils such as caste discrimination. Actively wrote essays and literary works that explored themes of spirituality and humanism. Engaged with contemporary philosophical thought and was instrumental in the promotion of modern Indian literature.

Founded the Brahmo Samaj in 1857

Wrote significant essays on spirituality

Influenced modern Indian thought

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