Tag: Ethiopian scholar

Juan Latino (Juan de Sessa): From Enslaved African to Pioneering Professor in 16th-Century Spain

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Juan Latino, who was also known as Juan de Sessa, was an intriguing figure in history. Born around 1518 in Ethiopia, he made his mark as a Spanish professor of Ethiopian descent at the University of Granada during the sixteenth Read More …

Hatata: A Philosophical Inquiry in 17th Century Ethiopia

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The Hatata, an intriguing work of philosophical inquiry originating in 17th century Ethiopia, holds a unique position in the literary landscape. Crafted during a time of intellectual and cultural efflorescence, this remarkable text emerged as a testament to the profound Read More …