Johannes Meursius
Classical Scholar and Philologist
Born
February 9th, 1579
446 years ago
Died
September 20th, 1639
385 years ago — 60 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Netherlands
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Born in 1579, a noted classical scholar and philologist. Contributed extensively to the study of ancient Greek and Latin texts. His works included editions of important classical authors, notably the texts of Herodotus, Thucydides, and others. Meursius also delved into inscriptions and ancient history, producing significant scholarly contributions that furthered the understanding of classical antiquity. His academic career included positions at various universities where he influenced the field of classical studies.
Published critical editions of classical texts
Studied and interpreted ancient Greek and Roman history
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