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Jean-François Mayer

Swiss historian

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Jean-François Mayer is a Swiss religious historian, author, and translator. He is also Director of the Religioscope Institute, which he founded. His writing focuses on religion, with a particular focus on new religious movements and cults, including the Unification Church, the Church of Scientology and the Pilgrims of Arès.

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Born
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Place of birth
Fribourg wd
Citizenship
Switzerland wd
Occupation
historian, translator wd
Education
Jean Moulin University - Lyon 3 wd
Official website
mayer.info wd
Social media
X (Twitter) wd

Positions held wd

  • president (2013–2015)
  • director (2007–2025)

Questions

When was Jean-François Mayer born?
Jean-François Mayer was born on 25 April 1957 in Fribourg.
What positions has Jean-François Mayer held?
Positions held by Jean-François Mayer include: president (2013–2015); director (2007–2025).
Where did Jean-François Mayer study?
Jean-François Mayer was educated at Jean Moulin University - Lyon 3.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Jean-François Mayer · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q3165776 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Jean-François Mayer by Jerry McCrea, 1985.png by Jerry McCrea for The Star-Ledger (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 11 November 2026

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