Frīdrihs Daniels Vārs (Wahr)
30.05.1749 – 25.10.1827
Friedrich Daniel Wahr (1749-1827), German Lutheran pastor at Palsmane and Aumeister churches translated for church processions and the materials to educate peasants. He collected one of the first collections of folk songs, "The Palsmarian Collection of Songs" (1808), was actively involved in the congregation, and built the Palsmane church (1817). He was specifically interested in the education of Latvians in his efforts to eradicate superstition and educate them on issues that will improve their living conditions. Nevertheless, he is considered a relatively "moderate" representative of the Enlightenment movement.
In 1818 the pastor was awarded the Cross of 'Year 1812' and in 1821 the title of Consistory Councillor.