Isaac Heinemann
Scholar and academic in philosophy
Born
June 5th, 1876
149 years ago
Died
July 28th, 1957
68 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany/Israel
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Born in Germany in 1876, a Jewish scholar who later relocated to Israel. Worked extensively in the field of philosophy, significantly contributing to academic thought and teaching. His scholarly pursuits included areas such as metaphysics and ethics. Helped in the development of Jewish philosophy during the early 20th century, influencing several generations of thinkers and students. Heinemann was active in both educational institutions and community discussions regarding Jewish thought and philosophy.
Contributed to Jewish philosophy
Influenced academic thought in Israel
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