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Ptyhagoras

Pythagoras of Samos was an ancient Ionian Greek philosopher and the eponymous founder of Pythagoreanism. He is best known for the Pythagorean theorem, which bears his name, and his contributions to mathematics, philosophy, and religious teachings. Pythagoras' influence extended to Plato and Aristotle, and through them, his ideas significantly shaped Western philosophy and science.

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c. 570 BCE — c. 500 CE

  1. c. 570 BCE

    Birth of Pythagoras

    Pythagoras was born on the island of Samos, Greece. His early life remains largely a mystery, but he is believed to have been well-educated and influenced by various teachings.
  2. c. 535 BCE

    Travel to Egypt

    Pythagoras traveled to Egypt, where he studied mathematics, astronomy, and religious rites. This journey significantly influenced his later teachings and philosophies.
  3. c. 525 BCE

    Capture and Deportation to Babylon

    During the Persian invasion of Egypt, Pythagoras was captured and taken to Babylon. There, he continued his studies in mathematics and mysticism under the guidance of Babylonian magi.
  4. c. 520 BCE

    Return to Samos

    Pythagoras returned to Samos, where he attempted to establish a school known as the Semicircle. However, due to political difficulties, he eventually left Samos.
  5. c. 518 BCE

    Foundation of Pythagorean School in Croton

    Pythagoras founded a religious and philosophical school in Croton, a Greek colony in southern Italy. The school attracted many followers and became a center for his teachings on mathematics, philosophy, and ethics.
  6. c. 510 BCE

    Pythagorean Theorem

    Pythagoras is traditionally credited with the discovery of the Pythagorean theorem, which states that in a right-angled triangle, the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.
  7. c. 500 BCE

    Political Influence in Croton

    The Pythagorean community in Croton gained significant political influence, advocating for a form of government based on their philosophical and ethical principles.
  8. c. 495 BCE

    Conflict and Persecution

    Pythagoras and his followers faced opposition from political rivals in Croton. This led to the persecution of the Pythagoreans and the eventual destruction of their school.
  9. c. 490 BCE

    Death of Pythagoras

    Pythagoras is believed to have died around this time, possibly in Metapontum, Italy. The exact circumstances of his death remain unclear.
  10. c. 450 BCE

    Spread of Pythagoreanism

    Despite the persecution, the teachings of Pythagoras continued to spread throughout the Greek world, influencing various philosophical schools and thinkers.
  11. c. 400 BCE

    Influence on Plato

    Plato, one of the most significant philosophers in Western history, was greatly influenced by Pythagorean thought, particularly in his works on metaphysics and mathematics.
  12. c. 350 BCE

    Influence on Aristotle

    Aristotle, a student of Plato, also acknowledged the influence of Pythagorean ideas, especially in his studies of natural philosophy and ethics.
  13. c. 300 BCE

    Neopythagoreanism

    A revival of Pythagorean philosophy, known as Neopythagoreanism, emerged, blending Pythagorean ideas with other philosophical traditions, particularly Platonism.
  14. c. 100 CE

    Pythagorean Influence on Early Christianity

    Pythagorean concepts of the soul and the afterlife influenced early Christian thought, contributing to the development of Christian theology and mysticism.
  15. c. 500 CE

    Pythagoreanism in the Middle Ages

    During the Middle Ages, Pythagorean ideas were preserved and transmitted through various philosophical and religious texts, continuing to influence Western thought.

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