Pierre Bayle
French philosopher and writer (1647–1706)
1647 — 1706
Quick Facts
Profession
French philosopher and writer (1647–1706)
Born
November 18, 1647
Died
1706 (age ~59)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
writer, historian, professor
FranceBorn in Carla-BayleDied in Rotterdam
1647
Born in Carla-Bayle (1647-11-18)
1706
Died in Rotterdam
About
Pierre Bayle was a French philosopher, author, and lexicographer. He is best known for his Historical and Critical Dictionary, whose publication began in 1697. Many of the more controversial ideas in the book were hidden away in the voluminous footnotes, or they were slipped into articles on seemingly uncontroversial topics. Bayle is commonly regarded as a forerunner of the Encyclopédistes of the mid-18th century.
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Who is Pierre Bayle?+
Pierre Bayle was a French philosopher, author, and lexicographer. He is best known for his Historical and Critical Dictionary, whose publication began in 1697. Many of the more controversial ideas in the book were hidden away in the voluminous footnotes, or they were slipped into articles on seeming
What does the name Pierre mean?+
The name Pierre means "A male given name from French, of occasional usage, equivalent to English Peter.". It is of French origin.
When was Pierre Bayle born?+
Pierre Bayle was born on November 18, 1647.
When did Pierre Bayle die?+
Pierre Bayle died in 1706, at approximately 59 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from French, of occasional usage, equivalent to English Peter.
The name Pierre is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from French, of occasional usage, equivalent to English Peter.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Pierre — November 18, 1647
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Scorpio
Passionate, resourceful, brave
Water · Pluto · Oct 23 – Nov 21
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
11 Ben
Reed — authority, direction, purpose
Celtic Tree
Reed
Deep, complex, keeper of secrets
Ogham: Ngetal · Oct 28 – Nov 24
Birthstone: Topaz — Joy, abundance
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Guestbook
I read your first chapter and almost quit writing. Then I read it again and couldn't stop.
— fellow writer
Finished your book at 4am. Stared at the ceiling for an hour. Thank you.
— insomniac reader
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