Olympiodorus the Younger
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Summary
Olympiodorus the Younger was born on January 1, 495[1], in Alexandria[2]. He died on January 1, 570[3], in Alexandria[4]. He worked as a philosopher[5], writer[6], and astrologer[7]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (507 views/month, #7,264 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Byzantine Empire[9]
- Field of work: philosophy[10]
- Student: Elias[11]
- Sex or gender: male[12]
- Said to be the same as: Olympiodorus the Alchemist[13], Heliodorus[14]
- Student of: Damascius[15]
- Described by source: New Encyclopedic Dictionary[16], Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[17], Pauly–Wissowa[18]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: medieval Greek[19], Ancient Greek[20]
- Commons Creator page: Olympiodorus the Younger[21]
- Name in native language: Ὀλύμπιόδωρος ὁ Νεώτερος[22]
- Different from: Olympiodorus the Deacon[23]
- Writing language: Ancient Greek[24]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[25]
Why It Matters
Olympiodorus the Younger has Wikipedia articles in 21 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[26] He is known by 31 alternative names across languages and contexts.[27]
He has been cited as an influence by David Anhaght[28], a philosopher[29], 0600–0600[30], specialised in philosophy[31].
His notable doctoral advisees include Elias[32], a philosopher[33], 0600–0600[34].
FAQs
Where was Olympiodorus the Younger born?
Olympiodorus the Younger's place of birth was Alexandria[2].
Where did Olympiodorus the Younger die?
Olympiodorus the Younger passed away in Alexandria[4].
What did Olympiodorus the Younger do for work?
Olympiodorus the Younger worked as a philosopher[5], writer[6], and astrologer[7].
Who did Olympiodorus the Younger influence?
Olympiodorus the Younger has been cited as an influence by David Anhaght[28].