Ernest Bender
American Indologist and author
Born
January 2nd, 1919
106 years ago
Died
1996
29 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Contributed significantly to the field of Indology. Focused on the study of Hinduism, Sanskrit, and Indian literature. Published multiple works that influenced academic discourse. Served as a professor at various institutions, fostering a deeper understanding of Indian culture and texts.
Authored 'The Synthesis of Hinduism'
Published 'The Indian Heritage'
Contributed to academic journals on Indology
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