Korneli Kekelidze

Georgian philologist and scholar

Korneli Kekelidze - Georgian philologist and scholar
Born

April 18th, 1879
145 years ago

Died

1962
63 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Georgia

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A prominent philologist and scholar from Georgia, Kekelidze contributed significantly to the study of the Georgian language and literature. Engaged in research, he worked on preserving and promoting Georgian cultural heritage. His efforts laid the groundwork for future scholars in the field of linguistics and literary studies. His studies often focused on the historical and structural aspects of the language, influencing education and scholarship in Georgia. Throughout the academic career, he published extensively and participated in various scholarly endeavors that highlighted the richness of Georgian literature.

Contributed to the study of Georgian language

Preserved Georgian cultural heritage

Published extensively on linguistics

Influenced literary studies in Georgia

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