Statue of Nikolaus von Kues (Nicolaus Cusanus) in Bernkastel-Kues in Mosel in Germany

Nicholas of Kues (1401 – 1464), also referred to as Nicolaus Cusanus and Nicholas of Cusa, was a German philosopher, theologian, jurist, and astronomer. He was born in Kues district in Bernkastel-Kues where his birthplace can be visited.