Chrestus of Byzantium

ancient Greek rhetorician
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Chrestus of Byzantium

Summary

Chrestus of Byzantium is a human[1]. He was born in Byzantium[2]. He worked as a rhetorician[3] and orator[4].

Key Facts

  • Chrestus of Byzantium was born in Byzantium[2].
  • Chrestus of Byzantium worked as a rhetorician[3].
  • Chrestus of Byzantium's professions included orator[4].
  • A notable student of Chrestus of Byzantium was Callaeschrus[5].
  • A notable student of Chrestus of Byzantium was Apollonius of Naucratis[6].
  • A notable student of Chrestus of Byzantium was Aristainetos of Byzantium[7].
  • Chrestus of Byzantium is recorded as male[8].
  • Chrestus of Byzantium's instance of is recorded as human[9].
  • Chrestus of Byzantium is associated with the Second Sophistic movement[10].
  • Chrestus of Byzantium studied under Herodes Atticus[11].
  • Chrestus of Byzantium's described by source is recorded as Pauly–Wissowa[12].
  • Chrestus of Byzantium's languages spoken, written or signed is recorded as Ancient Greek[13].

Body

Origins and Family

Chrestus of Byzantium's place of birth was Byzantium[2].

Education

Chrestus of Byzantium studied under Herodes Atticus[11].

Career and Affiliations

Recorded occupations include rhetorician[3] and orator[4]. Notable students include Callaeschrus[5]; Apollonius of Naucratis[6], a philosopher[14]; and Aristainetos of Byzantium[7].

FAQs

Where was Chrestus of Byzantium born?

Chrestus of Byzantium's place of birth was Byzantium[2].

What did Chrestus of Byzantium do for work?

Chrestus of Byzantium worked as rhetorician[3] and orator[4].

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  1. 7w ago · JBradyK · 2026-05-10 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Described by source Pauly–Wissowa
    Movement Second Sophistic
    Significant place Q23725
    Languages spoken, written or signed Ancient Greek
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