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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German writer, scientist artist, & politician best known for his drama Faust and is considered to be the greatest German author of all time.
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (IQ 200) ranks higher than Arthur Schopenhauer (IQ 185). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Arthur Schopenhauer had an estimated IQ of 185 while Johann Wolfgang von Goethe had an estimated IQ of 200.
Arthur Schopenhauer is known for: The World as Will and Representation (1818). Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is known for: Faust.
Yes. Both Arthur Schopenhauer and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.