Philo of Alexandria
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Philo of Alexandria
Summary
Philo of Alexandria is a human[1]. He was born in Alexandria[2]. He was born on 15 BC[3]. He passed away in Alexandria[4]. He died on January 1, 45[5]. He worked as a philosopher[6], historian[7], writer[8], and theologian[9]. He ranks in the top 0.65% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (11,198 views/month, #6,538 of 1,000,298).[10]
Key Facts
- Philo of Alexandria's place of birth was Alexandria[2].
- Philo of Alexandria died in Alexandria[4].
- Philo of Alexandria was born on 15 BC[3].
- Philo of Alexandria died on January 1, 45[5].
- Philo of Alexandria died on 50[11].
- Philo of Alexandria held citizenship in Ancient Rome[12].
- Philo of Alexandria is identified as part of the Hebrews ethnic group[13].
- Philo of Alexandria's professions included philosopher[6].
- Philo of Alexandria worked as a historian[7].
- Philo of Alexandria's professions included writer[8].
- Philo of Alexandria's professions included theologian[9].
- Philo of Alexandria's field of work was philosophy[14].
- A notable work attributed to Philo of Alexandria is Against Flaccus[15].
- A notable work attributed to Philo of Alexandria is About the contemplative life[16].
- A notable work attributed to Philo of Alexandria is On the Embassy to Gaius[17].
- A notable work attributed to Philo of Alexandria is Q19231341[18].
- A notable work attributed to Philo of Alexandria is Q19231189[19].
- Philo of Alexandria was influenced by Platonism[20].
- Philo of Alexandria was influenced by stoicism[21].
- Philo of Alexandria is recorded as male[22].
- Philo of Alexandria's instance of is recorded as human[23].
- Philo of Alexandria is associated with the Middle Platonism movement[24].
- Philo of Alexandria is associated with the stoicism movement[25].
- Philo of Alexandria's Commons category is recorded as Philo of Alexandria[26].
- Philo of Alexandria's given name is recorded as Φίλων[27].
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Origins and Family
Born in Alexandria[2], Philo of Alexandria… he was born on 15 BC[3]. He is identified as part of the Hebrews ethnic group[13].
Career and Affiliations
Recorded occupations include philosopher[6], historian[7], writer[8], and theologian[9]. Philo of Alexandria's field of work was philosophy[14].
Works and Contributions
Notable works include Against Flaccus[15], a literary work[28]; About the contemplative life[16], a literary work[29]; On the Embassy to Gaius[17], a written work[30]; Q19231341[18], a version, edition or translation[31]; and Q19231189[19], a version, edition or translation[32]. Things named for Philo of Alexandria include Pseudo-Philo[33], a historian[34].
Death and Burial
Recorded date of death include January 1, 45[5] and 50[11]. Philo of Alexandria died in Alexandria[4].
Why It Matters
Philo of Alexandria ranks in the top 0.65% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (11,198 views/month, #6,538 of 1,000,298).[10] He has Wikipedia articles in 27 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[35] He is known by 98 alternative names across languages and contexts.[36]
He has been cited as an influence by Plotinus[37], a philosopher[38], 0205–0270[39], of Ancient Rome[40], specialised in philosophy[41].
Works attributed to him include On the Embassy to Gaius[42], a written work[43] and Against Flaccus[44], a literary work[45]. Entities named for him include Pseudo-Philo[33], a historian[34].
FAQs
Where was Philo of Alexandria born?
Philo of Alexandria was born in Alexandria[2].
Where did Philo of Alexandria die?
Philo of Alexandria passed away in Alexandria[4].
What did Philo of Alexandria do for work?
Philo of Alexandria worked as philosopher[6], historian[7], writer[8], and theologian[9].
Who did Philo of Alexandria influence?
Philo of Alexandria has been cited as an influence by Plotinus[37].