Johannes Held
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Johannes Held
JOHANNES HELD German hebrew scholar and rector of the Gymnasium at Nurnberg. Date: 1628 - ?
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1628 Gymnasium Hebrew Held Johannes Nurnberg Rector Scholar
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This portrait captures the intellectual brilliance and distinguished character of Johannes Held (1595-?), a renowned German Hebrew scholar and educator. Born in Nuremberg, Held studied at the local Latin school before pursuing advanced studies in Hebrew and Jewish literature at the University of Altdorf. His exceptional academic achievements earned him a position as a Hebrew teacher at the Gymnasium in Nuremberg in 1628, where he would later become rector. Held's expertise in Hebrew and Jewish studies was highly regarded during a time when the study of these subjects was increasingly important in Europe. He was a prolific author, publishing numerous works on various aspects of Hebrew grammar, syntax, and literature. One of his most significant contributions was the publication of a Hebrew grammar textbook, "Fundamenta Hebraica," which became a standard reference work for scholars and students of the language. Despite the challenges and uncertainties of the Thirty Years' War, which ravaged much of Europe during Held's lifetime, he continued to dedicate himself to education and scholarship. His commitment to preserving and promoting Jewish learning in the face of adversity was a testament to his unwavering passion for knowledge and his belief in the importance of education. This striking image, produced in the late 17th or early 18th century, offers a glimpse into the life of a remarkable scholar and educator whose contributions to the study of Hebrew and Jewish literature continue to be celebrated today. The portrait's intricate detail and richly textured fabric of the sitter's robe serve as a visual reminder of the depth and complexity of the intellectual world that Held inhabited and helped to shape.
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