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Thomas van Erpe

Dutch linguist · Netherlands · On the map · Academics · Lived 1584 to 1624 · aged 40

Thomas van Erpe, also known as Thomas Erpenius, was a Dutch Orientalist, born in Gorinchem. He was the first European to publish an accurate book of Arabic grammar.

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A typical day, 30 days to 21 September 2026

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Country
Netherlands
Category
Academics
Type
Academic
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1584 to 1624 · aged 40