Friedrich Wilhelm Joseph Schelling

Profession: Philosopher

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Biography: Standard histories of philosophy make him the midpoint in the development of German idealism, situating him between Fichte, his mentor in his early years, and Hegel, his former university roommate, early friend, and later rival.

Born: January 27, 1775
Birthplace: Leonberg, Württemberg, Holy Roman Empire
Star Sign: Aquarius

Died: August 20, 1854 (aged 79)