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Siger of Brabant

Siger of Brabant was a philosopher, writer and theologian (1235–1284). He was born at Duchy of Brabant and died at Orvieto.

Also recorded as Zeger van Brabant.

Overview

Born at Duchy of Brabant in 1235, died at Orvieto in 1284.

In detail

Siger of Brabant studied at University of Paris. Godfrey of Fontaines is recorded as having studied under Siger of Brabant. the recorded working language is medieval Latin and Latin.

The field of work recorded is philosophy, ontology and logic. Aristotle and Averroes are recorded as an influence.

Works named in the authority record are Quaestiones in Metaphysicam, Super VI° Metaphysicae, Quaestiones in Physicam, Quaestiones de anima intellectiva, Quaestiones logicales and Quaestiones morales.

Chronology

  1. 1235Siger of Brabant born at Duchy of Brabant.
  2. 1284Siger of Brabant died at Orvieto.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Siger of Brabant”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q355903: Siger of Brabant

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