Greek philosopher and mathematician (c. 570 – c. 495 BC)
Pythagoras of Samos (Πυθαγόρας; c. 570 BC – c. 496 BC) was an Ionian Greek philosopher often revered as a great mathematician, mystic, scientist, and putative founder of the traditions referred to as Pythagoreanism.
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Native Name:
Πυθαγόρας ὁ Σάμιος
Alternative Names:
Pythagoras of Samos
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Pythagoras from Samos
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Samian Sage
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Know that death comes to everyone, and that wealth will sometimes be acquired, sometimes lost. Whatever griefs mortals suffer by divine chance, whatever destiny you have, endure it and do not complain. But it is right to improve it as much as you can, and remember this: Fate does not give very many of these griefs to good people.
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