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Gerardus van der Leeuw
Dutch religious studies scholar and politician (1890-1950).
Born March 18th, 1890 in The Hague. [ref]
Died November 18th, 1950 at 60 years old in Utrecht. [ref]
Occupations
archaeologist, egyptologist, philosopher, politician, religious studies scholar, theologian, university teacher
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What would life be worth if there were no death? Who would enjoy the sun if it never rained? Who would yearn for the day if there were no night? Glenn Ringtved