Buddenbrooks · Character
Pastor Sievert Tiburtius
A pastor from Riga who marries Clara Buddenbrook and later inherits her portion of the family fortune.
minor
Also known as Pastor Tiburtius, Tiburtius
First appearance: part iii xi
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In VI: A small, narrow pastor from Riga with a large head and distinctive eyes that widen in Clara's presence. He is a guest who overstays his welcome to court Clara, finding in her a 'treasure and blessing from God.'…
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- The Buddenbrook Family & Close Kin
- Marital Partners & Key Associates
- Protagonist
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See Pastor Sievert Tiburtius in part iii xi