Friedrich Dürrenmatt (1921-1990) was a Swiss playwright, novelist, and painter, known for his influential works that explore the absurdity and complexity of human existence. Born in Konolfingen, he overcame a challenging school career to become a prominent intellectual figure, studying philosophy and literature. His major successes include the tragicomedy 'The Visit' and the play 'The Physicists.' His writing often reflects his views on social issues and politics. Dürrenmatt's distinctive style employs elements of both tragedy and comedy, engaging audiences to reflect critically on societal contradictions. He passed away in Neuchâtel at age 69.
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Meaning of the name - Friedrich
peaceful ruler, powerful ruler
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Friedrich Dürrenmatt belongs to the GI Generation group.
Place of Birth: Konolfingen
Place of Death: Neuchâtel
Cause of Death: heart failure
Educated At: University of Bern | University of Zurich
Occupation: graphic artist | painter | playwright | poet | writer | screenwriter
Spouses: Lotti Dürrenmatt | Charlotte Kerr
Children: Barbara Dürrenmatt | Peter Dürrenmatt | Ruth Dürrenmatt
Awards Received: Schiller prize | Franz-Grillparzer-Preis | Schillerpreis der Stadt Mannheim | Ernst Robert Curtius Award | Carl Zuckmayer Medal | Georg Büchner Prize | Austrian State Prize for European Literature | Schiller Memorial Prize | Buber-Rosenzweig-Medal | Jean-Paul-Preis
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on January 5, 2026 | Secondary Progressions for January 5, 2026 |
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| Sun | 14 Capricorn 51 | 15 Capricorn 22 | 0 Taurus 3 |
| Moon | 6 Sagittarius 26 | 16 Leo 8 | 9 Libra 35 |
| Mercury | 8 Capricorn 11 | 5 Capricorn 54 | 10 Aries 33 |
| Venus | 28 Aquarius 40 | 15 Capricorn 8 | 3 Taurus 18 |
| Mars | 0 Pisces 18 | 16 Capricorn 18 | 19 Taurus 8 |
| Jupiter | 18 Virgo 38 | 20 Cancer 44 | 9 Virgo 0 |
| Saturn | 25 Virgo 30 | 26 Pisces 22 | 19 Virgo 29 |
| Uranus | 2 Pisces 59 | 27 Taurus 50 | 8 Pisces 27 |
| Neptune | 13 Leo 5 | 29 Pisces 34 | 10 Leo 57 |
| Pluto | 7 Cancer 42 | 2 Aquarius 51 | 6 Cancer 58 |
| Rahu | 2 Scorpio 44 | 11 Pisces 55 | 27 Libra 11 |
| Ketu | 2 Taurus 44 | 11 Virgo 55 | 27 Aries 11 |
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