1694–1778
Voltaire
French philosopher, satirist, Enlightenment icon
ENTPEnneagram 7w8
Personality Profile
Voltaire
ENTP
Enneagram 7w8
E
Extraverted
Energized by people and action
N
Intuitive
Focuses on possibilities and patterns
T
Thinking
Decides based on logic and analysis
P
Perceiving
Prefers flexibility and spontaneity
Estimated Big Five Profile
Openness
78%
Conscientiousness
34%
Extraversion
72%
Agreeableness
38%
Neuroticism
35%
* Estimated from MBTI type. Take the Big Five test for your own precise scores.
Why ENTP?
Voltaire's razor wit, love of intellectual debate (Ne-Ti), provocative challenging of authority, and prolific output across genres are quintessential ENTP.
Key Personality Traits
1Razor-sharp satirical wit
2Provocative intellectual debate
3Prolific output across genres
4Fearless challenging of authority
Notable Achievements
- •Central figure of the Enlightenment
- •Wrote Candide — enduring satirical masterpiece
- •Championed freedom of speech and religion
- •Produced 20,000+ letters and 2,000+ books/pamphlets
“I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it.”
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