Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
a German philosopher best known for his 1818 work The World as Will and Representation (expanded in 1844).
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A German Jesuit scholar and polymath who published around 40 major works.
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Athanasius Kircher (IQ 190) ranks higher than Arthur Schopenhauer (IQ 185). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Arthur Schopenhauer had an estimated IQ of 185 while Athanasius Kircher had an estimated IQ of 190.
Arthur Schopenhauer is known for: The World as Will and Representation (1818). Athanasius Kircher is known for: See full biography.
Yes. Both Arthur Schopenhauer and Athanasius Kircher are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.