William Damasus Lindanus was born at Dordrecht in 1525, the son of Damasus van der Lint. He studied philosophy and theology at the University of Leuven, and having during this time applied himself also to Greek and Hebrew, went to Paris to perfect himself in these languages.
William Damasus Lindanus, born in Dordrecht in 1525, was a scholar who pursued studies in philosophy and theology at the University of Leuven. His dedication to learning included studying Greek and Hebrew, leading him to travel to Paris for further refinement of his linguistic skills.