Nicole Oresme
14th century French philosopher and bishop
1320 — 1382
Quick Facts
Profession
14th century French philosopher and bishop
Born
January 1, 1320
Died
1382 (age ~62)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
astronomer, professor, physicist
Kingdom of FranceBorn in Fleury-sur-OrneDied in Lisieux
1320
Born in Fleury-sur-Orne (1320-01-01)
1348
EducationStudied at Collège de Navarre
1364
Positiondean (1364–1377)
1377
Positiondiocesan bishop
1382
Died in Lisieux
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Nicole Oresme, also known as Nicolas Oresme, Nicholas Oresme, or Nicolas d'Oresme, was a French philosopher of the later Middle Ages. He wrote influential works on economics, mathematics, physics, astrology, astronomy, philosophy, and theology. He was Bishop of Lisieux, a translator, a counselor of King Charles V of France, and one of the most original thinkers of 14th-century Europe.
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Who is Nicole Oresme?+
Nicole Oresme, also known as Nicolas Oresme, Nicholas Oresme, or Nicolas d'Oresme, was a French philosopher of the later Middle Ages. He wrote influential works on economics, mathematics, physics, astrology, astronomy, philosophy, and theology. He was Bishop of Lisieux, a translator, a counselor of
What does the name Nicole mean?+
The name Nicole means "A female given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: Nicole, the feminine form of Nicholas.". It is of English origin.
When was Nicole Oresme born?+
Nicole Oresme was born on January 1, 1320.
When did Nicole Oresme die?+
Nicole Oresme died in 1382, at approximately 62 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: Nicole, the feminine form of Nicholas.
The name Nicole is of English origin, meaning "A female given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: Nicole, the feminine form of Nicholas.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Nicole — January 1, 1320
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
11 Caban
Earth — evolution, navigation, sync
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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Legend.
— anon
Traveled far to stand where you stood. Worth every step.
— a pilgrim
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