Wilhelm Gotthelf Lohrmann (31 January 1796 – 20 February 1840) was a Saxon cartographer, astronomer, meteorologist and patron of the sciences.
He was born in Dresden, the son of a brickmaster. In 1810 he attended school at the Pfeilschmidtschen Garnisonsschule, then studied architecture. His mother died in 1812, his father in 1817, and his first wife Christiane Amalie died in 1827. The couple had married in 1819, and she had borne six children. Wilhelm would marry again in 1828 to Henriette.
In 1821 he made observations of the Moon, enabling him to produce a Mondkärtchen (lunar map). This map was further developed in 1824 as Topographie der sichtbaren Mondoberfläche ("Topography of the visible surface of the moon"), and the four sections are now stored as a historical work at the Technische Universität Dresden library. His maps were completed in 1836, but were not published before his death. In 1878, Johann Schmidt edited and published all 25 sections of the map as Mondkarte in 25 Sektionen. These were republished in 1963. The maps used orthographic projection of the surface as viewed at mean libration.
He was responsible for the founding of the Technische Bildungsanstalt Dresden (Dresden Technical School) on May 1, 1828, and was the first director of that institution.
Wilhelm's instrument would later be used by Samuel Heinrich Schwabe for his observations of the Sun and sunspots. The asteroid 4680 Lohrmann was named after him, as was the crater Lohrmann on the Moon.
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Some of their strengths
Wilhelm Gotthelf Lohrmann has many admirable traits.
Based on spiritual traditions from around the world, they are someone who can be described as Optimistic, Independent, Passionate, Intuitive, Hardworking, Loyal, and Generous.
Idealistic and Altruistic
According to Mysticism’s Astrology tradition, Wilhelm Gotthelf Lohrmann is someone who is an idealist and an altruist who possesses an innovative, intellectual, and analytical mind, and who approaches life in an optimistic and easygoing manner. A person who looks for jobs that tend to reflect their identity.
Helpful and Supportive
Based on Daoism’s Ba-Zi or ‘Chinese Zodiac’ tradition, people who know Wilhelm Gotthelf Lohrmann well know them as someone who can be accepting, supportive, and productive, like a garden.
Optimistic and Frank
According to Hinduism’s Jyotisha or ‘Vedic Astrology’ tradition, many would also describe Wilhelm Gotthelf Lohrmann as someone who is optimistic, principled, adventurous, and direct.
A person who isn't shy about expressing their opinions, loves competition, loves learning things themself, who is known for being inventive and original, and who loves being surrounded by friends and loved ones.
Stable and Creative
Based on the Mayan Tzolk’in or ‘Mayan Astrology’ tradition, Wilhelm Gotthelf Lohrmann is someone who thrives in volatile situations, and who tends to be a source of stability and comfort for others who are experiencing challenging times .
They are also someone who is patient, assertive, and who is a natural leader that likes to help others in need.
Altruistic and Innovative
According to Judaism’s Kabbalah tradition, Wilhelm Gotthelf Lohrmann tends to be someone who sacrifices things for the good of others and wants to do "good" in the world. Who is often thought of as an innovator or rebel who thrives when trying to chase a breakthrough of some sort, who has a clear and sound mind, and who can be charming and sociable.
Some of Wilhelm Gotthelf Lohrmann's challenges
While Wilhelm Gotthelf Lohrmann has many strengths, nobody is perfect. They also have some challenging traits they need to manage.
For example, Wilhelm Gotthelf Lohrmann can be Unrealistic, Rebellious, Emotionally Distant, Complicated, Brusque, Suspicious, and Stubborn.
Rebellious and Emotionally Distant
One of Wilhelm Gotthelf Lohrmann's key challenges is that they are someone who can be rebellious and emotionally distant.
Wilhelm Gotthelf Lohrmann must also exercise caution as they can have a hard time reconciling wants and needs.
Pushy and Restless
Wilhelm Gotthelf Lohrmann is someone who can be arrogant and bossy, who can have difficulty concentrating and focusing, be unable to separate emotions from business decisions, and who can engage in excessive spending in support of an expensive lifestyle and habits.
Serious and Callous
Finally, Wilhelm Gotthelf Lohrmann also can be too giving, come across as too "high and mighty", and can have a hard time expressing feelings.
