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April 20 in German History
April 20, 1494 Birth of Johann Agricola (1494-1566) (original name: Johann Schneider) in Eisleben, Germany (He was a friend and supporter of Martin Luther). Agricola became a strong proponent of the concept that Christian grace replaces the Ten Commandments, which would no longer, then, have force. These views led to a cooling of relations with […]
February 1 in German History
February 1, 1459 Birth of Conradus Celtis in Wipfeld, Germany. A very successful poet in his day, Celtis was named “Poet Laureate” by the Emperor Friedrich III at Nürnberg in 1487. In 1491 he became professor of poetry at the University of Ingolstadt. In 1497 he was appointed a professor at the University of Vienna. […]
Gaisburger Marsch
Gaisburger Marsch (German for “march of Gaisburg”) is a traditional Swabian beef stew, named after Gaisburg, a district of Stuttgart. The meat, cooked in a strong beef broth, is cut into cubes and served with cooked potatoes and Spätzle. The broth is poured over the dish before topping with golden-brown onions fried in butter. One […]
January 1 in German History
January 1, 329 Kontantinus (Konstantin’s Son) becomes Caesar of the Western Roman Empire. His capital is Trier. January 1, 1076 The Holy Roman Emperor, Heinrich IV, persuades 26 bishops to refuse obedience to the Pope. January 1, 1484 Ulrich Zwingli is born in Wildhaus, Switzerland. Zwingli was the most influential church reformer in the development […]
German Salads
Germany is often celebrated for its hearty meats, rich gravies, and iconic baked goods—but there’s an equally important side to German cuisine that deserves the spotlight: salads. Known as Salate in German, these dishes are much more than a light starter or side—they’re an essential part of the country’s culinary identity. Whether served warm or […]
Education in Germany
The Basic Law of 1949 grants every German citizen the right to self-fulfillment. In theory, citizens are able to choose the type of education they want and are given access to their preferred occupation or profession whether it is through a business, engineering, or nursing degree. The goal of educational policy is therefore to provide […]
May 8 in German History
May 8, 1521 Birth of St. Peter Canisius, the first German Jesuit. Sometimes called the “Second Apostle of Germany” (St. Boniface is the first), he was the first German to enter the Jesuit order and founded numerous Jesuit centers in Germany. May 8, 1909 Death of Friedrich Holstein in Berlin, Germany. Holstein was a member […]
Bauhaus School
The beginning and the goals of Bauhaus Bauhaus: [Ger., lit. “architecture house”, from Bau = building (bauen=to build) + Haus = house.] Contemporary German architecture set its main trends in the first thirty years of the 20th century. The strongest influences came from Weimar and Dessau, where the Bauhaus school was founded in 1919. Under […]
German Vocabulary: Encouragements
Everyone understands the importance of encouraging a friend, a student or an employee. Here’s how to do this in German!
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30 German Phrases to Maintain the Conversation
People are often a little afraid of getting into awkward situations where they have no clue how to express what they want to say. So, by learning how to express things such as your language level or … [Read More...]
July 2 in German History
July 2, 1298 Death of Graf Adolf von Nassau near Worms, Germany. He was King of the Germans until deposed by the Habsburg, Albert I. July 2, 1648 Photo by NOMINE e.V. - Norddeutsche … [Read More...]
Love in Translation: How Germans Express Romance
Love doesn’t always speak the same language - literally or culturally. When it comes to German romance, communication is shaped by values that are often at odds with what foreigners expect. Whether … [Read More...]
The Island of Reichenau – Monastic Heritage of the Middle Ages
The Island of Reichenau is located in southern Germany. It lies almost due west of the city of Konstanz, between the Gnadensee and the Untersee, two parts of Lake Constance. With a total land surface … [Read More...]
German Vocabulary: Appearance and Personality
Talking about appearance in German. Here is the list of adjectives describing a person's appearance and personality. … [Read More...]
Hazelnut Cake with Cream – Nußkuchen mit Sahne
Juicy, moist hazelnut cake is a perfect choice for dessert and extremely easy to make - which is another advantage of this wonderful cake. Ingredients: 200 g butter 200 g sugar 5 eggs … [Read More...]
Sausage, Potato and Sauerkraut Soup
This creamy sausage, potato and sauerkraut soup is a little taste of Oktoberfest you can have any time of the year! Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter 1 medium onion, finely diced 1/4 cup flour 1 1/2 … [Read More...]
Punctuality in Germany: More Than Just Being on Time
If you’ve ever arranged a meeting with a German and arrived fashionably late, you probably sensed it: that subtle disappointment, the glance at the clock, the mental note that you were, in fact, late. … [Read More...]
Immanuel Kant Quotes – Wisdom from the Father of Modern Philosophy
Immanuel Kant didn’t just redefine philosophy—he revolutionized it. The 18th-century German thinker changed how we understand knowledge, ethics, and human autonomy. But his writing, while profound, is … [Read More...]
May 9 in German History
May 9 European Union Day (Common day of celebration by the members chosen as the first day of peace at the end of WWII). May 9, 1688 Death of Friedrich Wilhelm in Potsdam, Germany. … [Read More...]