Sidney Morgenbesser
Sidney Morgenbesser · Philosophy & Social Sciences
American philosopher, influential teacher at Columbia University
1921, New York City, United States — 2004, New York City, United States
United States
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Sidney Morgenbesser was an American philosopher and a legendary teacher at Columbia University, admired for his wit and Socratic method more than for published work. Raised in an observant Jewish family, he trained at the Jewish Theological Seminary before turning to philosophy. His influence lived through generations of students in philosophy of science and social philosophy.
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American philosopher, influential teacher at Columbia University
Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Philosophy
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