Abraham Geiger

Abraham Geiger

religious philosopher Germany

Abraham Geiger (1810-1874) was a prominent German rabbi and a key figure in the development of Reform Judaism. He is best known for his scholarly works that sought to modernize Jewish thought and practice, advocating for the integration of Jewish tradition with contemporary values and ideas. Geiger's doctoral dissertation in 1833 argued for the historical connections between Judaism and Islam, emphasizing the shared roots of these faiths. His influence on Jewish education and religious reform has left a lasting legacy in the Jewish community.

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Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
5,627
Power
455$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Switzerland 1 7.00 0.07% +0% 8,654,622 5,627 $700,000 455$
Totals 1 8,654,622 5,627 $700,000 455$
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Switzerland Switzerland: Abraham Geiger demonstrated that about eighty percent of the Quran's text material is derived from the Bible. 7

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