Marinus of Neapolis
5th century Neoplatonist philosopher
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Summary
Marinus of Neapolis was born on 440[1] in Nablus[2]. He died on 500[3] in Epidaurus[4]. He worked as a philosopher[5] and astronomer[6]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (309 views/month, #7,254 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Place of death: Athens[8]
- Country of citizenship: Byzantine Empire[9]
- Field of work: philosophy[10]
- Position held: scholarch of the Platonic Academy[11]
- Student: Damascius[12], Isidore of Alexandria[13], Agapius[14]
- Notable work: Life of Proclus[15], Life of Proclus (verse)[16]
- Sex or gender: male[17]
- Said to be the same as: Anonymous (Life of Proclus)[18]
- Given name: Marinos[19]
- Student of: Proclus[20]
- Floruit: 500[21]
- Described by source: BEIC Digital Library[22], Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition[23], Pauly–Wissowa[24]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Ancient Greek[25]
- Birth name: Μαρῖνος[26]
- Name in native language: Μαρῖνος ὁ Νεαπολίτης[27]
- Maintained by WikiProject: WikiProject Mathematics[28]
- Writing language: Ancient Greek[29]
- Significant place: Nablus[30]
Why It Matters
Marinus of Neapolis has Wikipedia articles in 12 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[31] He is known by 24 alternative names across languages and contexts.[32]
FAQs
Where was Marinus of Neapolis born?
Marinus of Neapolis's place of birth was Nablus[2].
Where did Marinus of Neapolis die?
Marinus of Neapolis passed away in Epidaurus[4].
What did Marinus of Neapolis do for work?
Marinus of Neapolis worked as a philosopher[5] and astronomer[6].