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Lorenz Franz KielhornGerman Sanskrit scholar
Date of Birth: 31.05.1840
Country:  Germany |
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Early Life and Education
Franz Kielhorn was born in Hildesheim, Germany, in 1839. He developed a fascination for Sanskrit at a young age and studied the language at the University of Göttingen.
Academic Career in India
In 1866, Kielhorn was appointed Professor of Sanskrit at Deccan College in Pune, India. He remained in this position until 1872, when he returned to Göttingen as a Professor of Sanskrit.
Notable Publications
Kielhorn's most significant scholarly contributions include:- <h2>KAntanavas Phitsótra</h2>: A German translation of the Sanskrit text, published in 1866.
- <h2>Nágojibhattas Paribháshenduçekhara</h2>: A critical edition and translation of the Sanskrit grammatical treatise, published from 1868 to 1874.
- <h2>Sanskrit Grammar</h2>: A comprehensive grammar of the Sanskrit language, published in 1870.
- <h2>Kátyáyana and Patañjali</h2>: A work on Sanskrit grammar and linguistics, published in 1876.
- <h2>Vyákaraṇamahabháshya</h2>: A critical edition of the Sanskrit grammatical commentary, published from 1880 to 1885.
Epigraphy and Chronology
In his later career, Kielhorn became known for his pioneering work in Indian epigraphy and chronology. He published numerous articles in prestigious journals such as the "Indian Antiquary" and "Epigraphia Indica," providing valuable insights into ancient Indian history and culture.
Legacy
Franz Kielhorn is remembered as one of the most eminent German scholars of Sanskrit. His contributions to the field of Indian philology and epigraphy have left a lasting impact on the study of ancient India. He retired from his academic post in 1908 and passed away in Göttingen in 1909.
