About Wenzel Faber
Lived 1455 – 1518 (aged 62–63). Wenzel Faber was an astronomer, writer, astrologer, physician, university teacher and theologian.
Wenzel Faber von Budweis (1455–1518) was an astronomer, astrologer and theologian from Bohemia.
He was the leading author of practicas in the late 15th century, making him one of the most widely printed authors of his time.
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Who was Wenzel Faber?
Bohemian astrologer
When was Wenzel Faber born?
Wenzel Faber was born in 1455 in České Budějovice.
When did Wenzel Faber die?
Wenzel Faber died on 3 November 1518 in České Budějovice.
What was Wenzel Faber's occupation?
Wenzel Faber was an astronomer, writer, astrologer, physician, university teacher and theologian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Wenzel Faber. https://biography.guide/wenzel-faber/
MLA: "Wenzel Faber." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/wenzel-faber/.
Chicago: "Wenzel Faber." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/wenzel-faber/.
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