Josef Pieper: Biography, Facts and Career
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Josef Pieper (German: [ˈpiːpɐ]; 4 May 1904 – 6 November 1997) was a German Catholic philosopher and an important figure in the resurgence of interest in the thought of Thomas Aquinas in early-to-mid 20th-century philosophy. Among his most notable works are The Four Cardinal Virtues: Prudence, Justice, Fortitude, Temperance; Leisure, the Basis of Culture; and Guide to Thomas Aquinas (published in England as Introduction to Thomas Aquinas).
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- Full name: Josef Pieper
- Born: 1904-05-04
- Nationality: Germany
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q61163
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Who is Josef Pieper?
Josef Pieper (German: [ˈpiːpɐ]; 4 May 1904 – 6 November 1997) was a German Catholic philosopher and an important figure in the resurgence of interest in the thought of Thomas Aquinas in early-to-mid 20th-century philosophy.
What nationality is Josef Pieper?
Josef Pieper is Germany.
When was Josef Pieper born?
Josef Pieper was born on 1904-05-04.
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