THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME

Rudolph Goclenius

German philosopher (1547-1628)

Rudolph Goclenius has incompatible recorded birth dates. The main Wikidata statement lists March 1, 1547 in Korbach, Germany.

Born

March 1, 1547

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

Died: June 8, 1628

Source:

Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026.

Birthplace
Korbach, Germany
Professions
linguist, university teacher, lexicographer, philosopher
Citizenship
Germany

Incompatible birth dates

Sources disagree: March 1, 1547 (Pedagogues and Psychologists of the World) or March 11, 1547 (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.

March 11, 1547

Precision: day · Rank: normal

Original calendar: Julian. Displayed date is Gregorian.

More about Rudolph Goclenius

Family

Child
Rudolph Goclenius the Younger

All birth date sources

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Questions people ask

Where was Rudolph Goclenius born?

Rudolph Goclenius was born in Korbach, Germany.

When did Rudolph Goclenius die?

Rudolph Goclenius died on June 8, 1628.