Gottfried Olearius

German theologian and philologist
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Summary

Gottfried Olearius was born on July 23, 1672[1], in Leipzig[2]. He died on November 10, 1715[3], in Leipzig[4]. He worked as a theologian[5], university teacher[6], writer[7], philologist[8], and philosopher[9].

Key Facts

  • Place of burial: Paulinerkirche[10]
  • Father: Johannes Olearius[11]
  • Spouse: Christiana Sophia Olearius[12]
  • Country of citizenship: Germany[13]
  • Occupation: Protestant theologian[14]
  • Position held: rector[15]
  • Educated at: Leipzig University[16], University of Oxford[17]
  • Religion or worldview: Lutheranism[18]
  • Sex or gender: male[19]
  • Commons category: Gottfried Olearius (Theologe, 1672)[20]
  • Archives at: Göttingen State and University Library[21]
  • Family name: Olearius[22]
  • Given name: Gottfried[23]
  • Work location: Leipzig[24]
  • Described by source: Allgemeine Deutsche Biographie[25]
  • Languages spoken, written or signed: German[26]
  • Sibling: Georg Philipp Olearius[27], Johann Friedrich Olearius[28]
  • P14585: 40070[29]
  • P14608: 117120510[30]
  • P14611: 166024[31]

FAQs

Where was Gottfried Olearius born?

Gottfried Olearius was born in Leipzig[2].

Where did Gottfried Olearius die?

Gottfried Olearius died in Leipzig[4].

Who were Gottfried Olearius's parents?

Gottfried Olearius's father was Johannes Olearius[11].

Who was Gottfried Olearius married to?

Gottfried Olearius's spouses include Christiana Sophia Olearius[12].

What did Gottfried Olearius do for work?

Gottfried Olearius worked as a theologian[5], university teacher[6], writer[7], philologist[8], and philosopher[9].

Where did Gottfried Olearius go to school?

Gottfried Olearius was educated at Leipzig University[16] and University of Oxford[17].

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