Émile Durkheim
Émile Durkheim (1858-1917) was a prominent French sociologist, often referred to as one of the founding figures of modern sociology. Born in Épinal to a Jewish family, he became the first professor of sociology at the University of Bordeaux in 1887. Durkheim's work focused on how societies maintain their integrity and coherence in the face of modernity's challenges. He introduced concepts such as 'mechanical' and 'organic solidarity' to describe the different ways societies could integrate individuals, reflecting his belief in the importance of social cohesion. His influential studies on suicide and religion emphasized the role of social factors in shaping individual behavior, and his ideas continue to resonate in contemporary sociological thought.
Born on Apr 15, 1858 (166 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liechtenstein | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 38,137 | 14 | $6,900 | 3$ |
| Indonesia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 273,523,615 | 302,905 | $1,119,000 | 1,239$ |
| Totals | 2 | 273,561,752 | 302,919 | $1,125,900 | 1,242$ |
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Indonesia:
Sociologist Emile Durkheim previously emphasized that the social dimension and the power of ritual regulation are seen as mechanisms for group consolidation.
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Liechtenstein:
Émile Durkheim is mentioned as a sociologist who studied structural mechanisms.
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Switzerland:
Émile Durkheim is recognized as one of the founders of modern sociology and contributed to the understanding of social order.
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