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Benedict De Spinoza

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Profession
Philosopher
Died
Feb 21, age 44
Zodiac
Sagittarius
Born in
Netherlands
About
Dutch philosopher known for his rationalist theories that helped set the table for 18th century Enlightenment ideals. His most well-known piece of literature, entitled Ethics, was released posthumously and placed on the Catholic Churgh's Index of Forbidden Books.
Family
He was born Baruch Spinoza in Amsterdam. His father Miguel was a merchant and the warden of a synagogue.

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