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Benito Arias Montano

Spanish orientalist, editor and polymath (1527–1598)

Benito Arias Montano was born in 1527 in Fregenal de la Sierra and died on July 6, 1598.

Born

in 1527

Died: July 6, 1598

Birthplace
Fregenal de la Sierra
Professions
orientalist, librarian, Catholic priest, philosopher, theologian, biblical scholar, linguist, translator, humanist
Citizenship
Spain
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Where was Benito Arias Montano born?

Benito Arias Montano was born in Fregenal de la Sierra.

When did Benito Arias Montano die?

Benito Arias Montano died on July 6, 1598.