About Stephen Sewall
Lived 1734 – 1804 (aged 70). Stephen Sewall was an American lexicographer and writer.
Stephen Sewall (March 24, 1734 – July 23, 1804) was an American professor of Hebrew and Oriental languages at Harvard University. He was a charter member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and was considered one of the greatest scholars of his generation.
He replaced Judah Monis as the lecturer in Hebrew at his alma mater shortly after he graduated in 1761.
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Who was Stephen Sewall?
American academic (1734-1804)
When was Stephen Sewall born?
Stephen Sewall was born on 24 March 1734 in York.
When did Stephen Sewall die?
Stephen Sewall died on 23 July 1804 in Boston.
What was Stephen Sewall's occupation?
Stephen Sewall was a lexicographer and writer.
What nationality was Stephen Sewall?
Stephen Sewall was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Stephen Sewall (orientalist)
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