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What was Hölderlin's mother's hope for his career?

  • Farmer

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  • Minister

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Hölderlin's mother, Johanna Christiana, hoped that her son would become a minister in the Lutheran church. She held high aspirations for Hölderlin and believed that a career in the ministry would provide him with a stable and respected position in society. She saw the ministry as a noble profession that would allow Hölderlin to serve his community and make a positive impact on the world.
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