Hyacinth
Russian religious leader and Sinologist
Born
August 29th, 1777
247 years ago
Died
1853
172 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Russia
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Born in 1777, a prominent religious leader in Russia who established the study of Sinology, focusing on Chinese language and culture. Contributions to academia included translating significant Chinese texts and promoting the intersection of Chinese and Russian cultures. He played a crucial role in educating others about Eastern thought and philosophy, paving the way for future studies in the field.
Founded Sinology as a field of study
Translated key Chinese texts into Russian
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