Émile Durkheim

Émile Durkheim

sociologist France

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 (167 years old)

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Taiwan Taiwan: Durkheim asserted that suicide is a social phenomenon and that an individual’s suicide is inextricably linked to their connection with society. 8

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: Government must address suicide - Taipei Times

Venezuela Venezuela: Émile Durkheim popularized the concept of anomie in sociology, describing a state of normlessness in society. 9

El Nacional: ¡Venezuela transita una renovada anomia social!

Venezuela Venezuela: Émile Durkheim lo vio hace un siglo, cuando las normas se quiebran, la sociedad enferma. 7

El Nacional: El fuego que forja democracias

Indonesia Indonesia: Emile Durkheim's theories on social solidarity are referenced in the context of Lebaran celebrations. 7

Kompas: Lebaran di Kota, Lebaran di Desa, Beda atau Sama?

Portugal Portugal: Emile Durkheim is referenced for his influential ideas on the concept of the sacred in relation to community. 8

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