Jan Assmann
Jan Assmann was a prominent German Egyptologist and cultural scholar, recognized for his studies on ancient Egypt and his contributions to theories of cultural memory. He co-developed the concept of 'cultural memory' with his wife, Aleida Assmann, which explores how societies remember and commemorate their pasts. His scholarly work has had a significant impact on understanding the interplay between memory, identity, and history. He passed away in 2021, leaving a legacy of critical thought in the fields of archaeology and cultural studies.
Born on Mar 07, 1938 (87 years old)
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Jan Assmann described rituals as forms of 'cultural memory'.
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Switzerland:
Jan Assmann, along with his wife Aleida, coined the term 'cultural memory'.
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