Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues
French writer, a moralist (1715-1747)
1715 — 1747
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Profession
French writer, a moralist (1715-1747)
Born
August 6, 1715
Died
1747 (age ~32)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
writer, military personnel, philosopher
FranceBorn in Aix-en-ProvenceDied in Paris
1715
Born in Aix-en-Provence (1715-08-06)
1747
Died in Paris
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Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues was a French writer and moralist. He died at age 31, in broken health, having published the year prior—anonymously—a collection of essays and aphorisms with the encouragement of Voltaire, his friend. He first received public notice under his own name in 1797, and from 1857 on, his aphorisms became popular. In the history of French literature, his significance lies chiefly in his friendship with Voltaire.
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Who is Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues?+
Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues was a French writer and moralist. He died at age 31, in broken health, having published the year prior—anonymously—a collection of essays and aphorisms with the encouragement of Voltaire, his friend. He first received public notice under his own name in 1797,
What does the name Luc mean?+
The name Luc means "Luke (biblical character). Etymology: From Lūcās, from Λουκᾶς.". It is of French origin.
When was Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues born?+
Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues was born on August 6, 1715.
When did Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues die?+
Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues died in 1747, at approximately 32 years of age.
Name Meaning
Luke (biblical character). Etymology: From Lūcās, from Λουκᾶς.
The name Luc is of French origin, meaning "Luke (biblical character). Etymology: From Lūcās, from Λουκᾶς.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Luc — August 6, 1715
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Leo
Confident, generous, warm-hearted
Fire · Sun · Jul 23 – Aug 22
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Chicchan
Serpent — life force, instinct, passion
Celtic Tree
Hazel
Wise, perceptive, academic
Ogham: Coll · Aug 5 – Sep 1
Birthstone: Peridot — Strength, healing
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