1st century BC Syrian-born Latin writer
Publilius Syrus, (fl. 85 – 43 BC), was a Latin writer, best known for his sententiae. He was a Syrian who was brought as a slave to Italy, but by his wit and talent he won the favour of his master, who freed and educated him.
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