Balthasar Bekker

Philosopher, Deceased Person

1634 – 1698

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Who was Balthasar Bekker?

Balthasar Bekker was a Dutch minister and author of philosophical and theological works. Opposing superstition, he was a key figure in the end of the witchcraft persecutions in early modern Europe.

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Born
Apr 20, 1634
Metslawier
Nationality
  • Netherlands
Profession
Lived in
  • Friesland
Died
Jun 11, 1698

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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