Moses Mendelssohn
German philosopher and theologian
Born
September 6th, 1729
295 years ago
Died
January 4th, 1786
239 years ago — 56 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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An influential philosopher and theologian, contributed significantly to the Jewish Enlightenment movement in Germany. Advocated for religious tolerance and the integration of Jews into European society. Played a critical role in the development of modern Jewish thought. Translated works of prominent philosophers such as John Locke and Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz into German, making them accessible to a wider audience. His major work, 'Jerusalem, or on Religious Power and Judaism', addressed the relationship between religion and state.
Wrote 'Jerusalem, or on Religious Power and Judaism'
Translated classical philosophical texts into German
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