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Adam WeishauptFounder of the Illuminati, a secret society
Date of Birth: 06.02.1748
Country:  Germany |
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Adam Weishaupt
Adam Weishaupt was a prominent figure of the 18th century, known as the founder of the Illuminati, a secret society that aimed to promote enlightenment and republicanism.
Early Life and Education
Weishaupt was born in Ingolstadt, Bavaria, in 1748. He studied law at the University of Ingolstadt, becoming a professor of natural and canon law. He was a vocal critic of the philosophies of Immanuel Kant.
Founding the Illuminati
On May 1, 1776, Weishaupt established the Order of the Illuminati. To maintain secrecy, members adopted classical names. Weishaupt took the name Spartacus, while others became Cato, Diomedes, Ajax, Marius, Mohammed, and Sulla. Geographic locations and months were also given ancient names.
Initiation and Suppression
In 1777, Weishaupt joined the "Theodore of Good Intent" lodge in Munich. However, Catholic clergy opposed his order, leading the Bavarian Elector to crack down on the Illuminati in 1784.
Later Life
Weishaupt was forced to resign from his university chair in 1785. He relocated to Regensburg and then to Gotha, where he found support from Duke Ernst II. Weishaupt spent the rest of his life advocating for his ideas.
