Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
German philosopher cultural critic, poet, and philologist whose work has exerted a profound influence on modern intellectual history
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An English philosopher, considered to be one of the founders of modern political philosophy.
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Take the IQ test →Based on estimated IQ scores, Friedrich Nietzsche (IQ 190) ranks higher than Thomas Hobbes (IQ 185). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Friedrich Nietzsche had an estimated IQ of 190 while Thomas Hobbes had an estimated IQ of 185.
Friedrich Nietzsche is known for: Thus Spoke Zarathustra, Beyond Good & Evil. Thomas Hobbes is known for: The Leviathan.
Yes. Both Friedrich Nietzsche and Thomas Hobbes are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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