THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME

Jan Jesenius

Bohemian physician, politician and writer (1566-1621)

Jan Jesenius has incompatible recorded birth dates. The main Wikidata statement lists December 6, 1566 in Wrocław, Poland.

Born

December 6, 1566

An exact age is omitted because the recorded dates are incompatible or not precise enough.

Died: June 21, 1621

Source:

Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026.

Birthplace
Wrocław, Poland
Professions
surgeon, pedagogue, university teacher, diplomat, anatomist, politician, philosopher, writer, physician
Citizenship
Habsburg monarchy

Incompatible birth dates

Sources disagree: December 6, 1566 (Czech National Authority Database) or December 27, 1566 (BnF authorities; Integrated Authority File).

The main date retains its own sources. These alternatives overlap neither all other statements nor the main date. Rank is Wikidata editorial priority, not proof.

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All birth date sources

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Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026. View Wikidata record

Questions people ask

Where was Jan Jesenius born?

Jan Jesenius was born in Wrocław, Poland.

When did Jan Jesenius die?

Jan Jesenius died on June 21, 1621.