Rodolphus Agricola, Dutch humanist
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Rodolphus Agricola, Dutch humanist
Rodolphus Agricola (1443-1485), Dutch humanist scholar. Agricola was born Roelof Huusman near Groningen and was eductade there at at Louvain. He was especially gifted in translating Latin and was one of the first northern European scholars to have a good understanding of Greek. He travelled widely through Italy, meeting the most influential humanist thinkers of the time. In 1470 he taught a deaf child to communicate through speech and in writing. He described this in his great work, De inventione dialectica, which goes on to define a proper place for logic in rhetorical studies and that all ideas need to be treated with a rigorous and critical dialectic process. This work was to be a major influence on Renaissance humanists. This woodcut is from van Opmeers Opus chronologicum orbis universi, published at Antwerp in 1611
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This print showcases Rodolphus Agricola, a renowned Dutch humanist scholar from the 15th century. Born as Roelof Huusman near Groningen, he received his education in Louvain and displayed exceptional talent in translating Latin. Agricola was among the first scholars in northern Europe to possess a profound understanding of Greek, which he acquired during extensive travels throughout Italy. During his journeys, he had the privilege of meeting influential thinkers of the humanist movement. One remarkable aspect of Agricola's life was his ability to communicate with a deaf child through speech and writing. This groundbreaking achievement is documented in his monumental work called "De inventione dialectica". In this masterpiece, Agricola not only describes his experience but also establishes the significance of logic within rhetorical studies. He emphasizes that all ideas should undergo rigorous and critical dialectical processes. Published centuries later in Antwerp (1611) by van Opmeer as part of "Opus chronologicum orbis universi" this woodcut captures Agricola's intellectual prowess and contribution to Renaissance humanism. The monochrome image exudes an aura of wisdom and contemplation associated with great thinkers like him. Science Photo Library presents this print as a tribute to Rodolphus Agricola's legacy—his dedication to scholarship, linguistic expertise, innovative teaching methods for individuals with hearing impairments, and profound influence on Renaissance intellectuals who followed in his footsteps.
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