Thomas Hyde, English orientalist
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Thomas Hyde, English orientalist
Thomas Hyde (1636-1703), English orientalist. Hyde was educated at Eton College and then Cambridge University. He studied a wide variety of languages, especially oriental ones. The languages he wrote on included Turkish, Arabic, Syriac, Persian, Hebrew and Malay. His major work was Historia religionis veterum Persarum (1700), where he corrected the errors made by Greek and Roman historians concerning the Persians. Artwork from his collected works Syntagma dissertationum quas olim auctor doctissimus (Oxford, 1767)
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1600s 17th Century Arabic Author Linguist Linguistics Persian Turkish 1767 Mono Chrome Orientalism Orientalist Syriac
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This print showcases the renowned English orientalist, Thomas Hyde (1636-1703), whose intellectual prowess and linguistic expertise left an indelible mark on history. Educated at Eton College and Cambridge University, Hyde delved into a multitude of languages, particularly those of the East. Turkish, Arabic, Syriac, Persian, Hebrew, and Malay were among his extensive repertoire. His most significant contribution came in the form of his magnum opus titled Historia religionis veterum Persarum (1700). In this seminal work, Hyde meticulously rectified the inaccuracies propagated by Greek and Roman historians regarding the Persians. His meticulous research shed new light on ancient Persian religious practices. The artwork featured here is part of his collected works entitled Syntagma dissertationum quas olim auctor doctissimus (Oxford, 1767). It serves as a testament to Hyde's erudition and dedication to scholarship. The monochrome illustration captures his likeness with remarkable detail—a distinguished figure immersed in knowledge that transcends time. Thomas Hyde's contributions to linguistics and Oriental studies remain unparalleled even centuries after his passing. This image not only immortalizes him but also symbolizes the pursuit of knowledge across cultures. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from Science Photo Library's collection, we are reminded of Hyde's invaluable legacy as an English orientalist who unraveled secrets hidden within ancient texts written in exotic tongues.
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