René Descartes
René Descartes was a French philosopher, mathematician, and scientist, often referred to as the father of modern philosophy. He is best known for his statement 'Cogito, ergo sum' ('I think, therefore I am'), which laid the foundation for a new approach to knowledge based on reason and doubt. Descartes' work in mathematics also led to the development of Cartesian coordinates, linking algebra and geometry, and his philosophical inquiries continue to influence diverse fields such as metaphysics, epistemology, and science.
Born on Mar 31, 1596 (429 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 1 | 6.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 5,541 | $700,000 | 448$ |
| Honduras | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 9,904,608 | 5,046 | $25,000 | 13$ |
| Totals | 2 | 18,559,230 | 10,587 | $725,000 | 461$ |
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Honduras:
René Descartes established that methodological doubt is the first step towards true knowledge.
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Switzerland:
René Descartes’ daughter Francine died at the age of five from scarlet fever, which plunged the philosopher into despair.
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Dominican Republic:
René Descartes is mentioned as a historical figure who initiated methodological doubt in the pursuit of knowledge.
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Bolivia:
Descartes' El discurso del método teaches us to doubt established knowledge and build our own understanding.
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Venezuela:
René Descartes is noted for his statement 'I think, therefore I am', which is a gateway to solipsism.
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Venezuela:
René Descartes is mentioned as one of the three great rationalists of 17th-century philosophy alongside Spinoza.
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