Hermann Witsius
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Summary
Hermann Witsius was born on February 12, 1636[1], in Enkhuizen[2]. He died on October 22, 1708[3], in Leiden[4]. He worked as a theologian[5], university teacher[6], and writer[7]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (121 views/month, #7,287 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Father: Claes Jacobsz. Wits[9]
- Country of citizenship: Dutch Republic[10]
- Position held: rector of Utrecht University[11]
- Employer: Utrecht University[12], University of Franeker[13], Leiden University[14]
- Educated at: Leiden University[15], Utrecht University[16], University of Groningen[17]
- Religion or worldview: Protestantism[18]
- Sex or gender: male[19]
- Commons category: Hermann Witsius[20]
- Family name: Witsius[21]
- Given name: Hermann[22], Herman[23], Hermannus[24]
- Depicted by: Q114808080[25]
- Floruit: January 1, 1687[26]
- Described by source: The Nuttall Encyclopædia[27], Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition[28]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Latin[29]
- Has works in the collection: Geldersch Landschap en Kasteelen[30]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[31]
Why It Matters
Hermann Witsius has Wikipedia articles in 7 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[32] He is known by 11 alternative names across languages and contexts.[33]
FAQs
Where was Hermann Witsius born?
Hermann Witsius's place of birth was Enkhuizen[2].
Where did Hermann Witsius die?
Hermann Witsius passed away in Leiden[4].
Who were Hermann Witsius's parents?
Hermann Witsius's father was Claes Jacobsz. Wits[9].
What did Hermann Witsius do for work?
Hermann Witsius worked as a theologian[5], university teacher[6], and writer[7].
Where did Hermann Witsius go to school?
Hermann Witsius was educated at Leiden University[15], Utrecht University[16], and University of Groningen[17].