Where was Hölderlin born?
Berlin
Hamburg
Lauffen am Neckar
Frankfurt
Answer
Hölderlin was born in Lauffen am Neckar, a town in southern Germany, on March 20, 1770. He was the son of a local pastor and received a classical education, studying theology and philosophy at the University of Tübingen. Hölderlin is considered one of the greatest German poets and his works are notable for their lyrical beauty and philosophical depth.
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