David Hume

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Philosopher · Kingdom of Great Britain

Date of birth: May 18, 1711
Died on August 25, 1776: Died at the age of 65; Would have turned 315 today

Scottish philosopher, economist, and historian (1711-1776)

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David Hume was a philosopher (Kingdom of Great Britain). David Hume was born on May 18, 1711 in Edinburgh. Among other things, David Hume was known for Royal Society of Edinburgh, Philosophical Essays Concerning Human Understanding, and An Enquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals.

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philosophy of religion

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Work by David Hume

Title	Year
Philosophical Essays Concerning Human Understanding	–
An Enquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals	–
A Treatise of Human Nature	–
The History of England	–

Facts about David

Born: May 18, 1711 in Edinburgh
Died: August 25, 1776
Nationality: Kingdom of Great Britain
Occupations: Philosopher, Historian, Writer, Economist, and Essayist
Languages: English
Education: University of Edinburgh
Fame: Wikipedia articles in 112 languages

Birthday

Date of birth: May 18, 1711
Born on a: Monday
Zodiac sign: Taurus

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What makes David Hume unique

In memory: Died at the age of 65
Today: Would have turned 315 today

In the Julian calendar: May 7, 1711. Converted to our calendar: May 18, 1711.

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Groups

Name	From	To
Royal Society of Edinburgh	–	–
The Select Society	–	–
The Poker Club	–	–

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