Georges Dumézil
French philologist and academic
Born
March 4th, 1898
127 years ago
Died
1986
39 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
France
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Contributed significantly to the field of philology and comparative mythology. Developed the theory of the tripartition of societies, which influenced the study of Indo-European cultures. Served as a professor at the Collège de France and published extensively on ancient texts and mythologies. His analysis of the social structures of ancient peoples shaped the understanding of their cultures and religious practices.
Developed the tripartite theory of societal structures
Published 'Mythes et dieux des Indo-Européens'
Served as a professor at the Collège de France
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