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Thomas van Erpe
Thomas van Erpe, also known as Thomas Erpenius (September 11, 1584 – November 13, 1624), was a Dutch Orientalist, born in Gorinchem. He was the first European to publish an accurate book of Arabic grammar.
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Thomas van Erpe, also known as Thomas Erpenius (September 11, 1584 – November 13, 1624), was a Dutch Orientalist, born in Gorinchem. He was the first European to publish an accurate book of Arabic grammar.