Gessius of Petra
physician, iatrosophist and pagan philosopher active in Alexandria in the late 5th and early 6th century
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Gessius of Petra
Summary
Gessius of Petra is a human[1]. Born in Petra[2], he… he worked as a physician[3], iatrosophist[4], and philosopher[5]. He is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[6]
Key Facts
- Gessius of Petra's place of birth was Petra[2].
- Gessius of Petra worked as a physician[3].
- Gessius of Petra worked as an iatrosophist[4].
- Gessius of Petra worked as a philosopher[5].
- Gessius of Petra is recorded as male[7].
- Gessius of Petra's instance of is recorded as human[8].
- Gessius of Petra's work location is recorded as Alexandria[9].
- Gessius of Petra's floruit is recorded as 500[10].
- Gessius of Petra's described by source is recorded as Pauly–Wissowa[11].
- Gessius of Petra's languages spoken, written or signed is recorded as Ancient Greek[12].
- Gessius of Petra's writing language is recorded as Ancient Greek[13].
Body
Origins and Family
Born in Petra[2], Gessius of Petra…
Career and Affiliations
Recorded occupations include physician[3], iatrosophist[4], and philosopher[5].
Why It Matters
Gessius of Petra is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[6]
FAQs
Where was Gessius of Petra born?
Gessius of Petra was born in Petra[2].
What did Gessius of Petra do for work?
Gessius of Petra worked as physician[3], iatrosophist[4], and philosopher[5].