Julius von Mohl
German orientalist and translator
Born
Died
1876
150 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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An influential orientalist and scholar of the 19th century, focused on Persian literature, Indian philosophy, and Islamic culture. Contributed translations of key Persian texts, enhancing Western understanding of Eastern thought. Served as a professor at the University of Berlin and directed the Institute of Oriental Languages.
Translated works of Persian literature
Published significant studies on Indian philosophy
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