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A Dutch philosopher of Portuguese Sephardi origin.
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Dutch botanist, chemist, humanist, and physician referred to as "the father of physiology".
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Baruch Spinoza (IQ 175) ranks higher than Herman Boerhaave (IQ 165). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Baruch Spinoza had an estimated IQ of 175 while Herman Boerhaave had an estimated IQ of 165.
Baruch Spinoza is known for: Ethics, epistemology, metaphysics, Hebrew grammar. Herman Boerhaave is known for: Founder of clinical teaching.
Yes. Both Baruch Spinoza and Herman Boerhaave are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.