Hyacinth

Russian religious leader and Sinologist

Hyacinth - Russian religious leader and Sinologist
Born

August 29th, 1777
248 years ago

Died

1853
172 years ago — 76 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Russia

Links & References

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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