Nikolaus von Kues
Nikolaus von Kues, also known as Nicholas of Cusa, was a German philosopher, theologian, and mathematician of the 15th century, renowned for his contributions to metaphysics and the concept of learned ignorance. His works challenged established doctrines and promoted a more open approach to knowledge, making him a significant figure in the Renaissance and an early advocate for philosophical skepticism.
Born on Jan 01, 1401 (624 years old)
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Germany:
Nikolaus von Kues, known as Cusanus, identified flaws in the papal election process and proposed reforms in the 15th century.
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Nikolaus von Kues is referenced as a thinker who challenged academic discourses.
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