Johann Gottfried Von Herder was an influential German philosopher, writer and poet who lived from 1744-1803. He is known for his contributions to the development of the Romantic movement in literature, music and philosophy. Synonyms for Herder could include words and phrases such as: Romantic philosopher, literary theorist, cultural critic, anthropologist, theologian, folklorist, poet, historian and polymath. Herder's ideas about the importance of language, culture and national identity continue to have an impact on modern intellectual thought. His works have been translated into many languages and his ideas remain relevant to issues of identity, culture and diversity in contemporary society.