Philo of Byzantium
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Summary
Philo of Byzantium was born on January 1, 280 BC[1], in Byzantium[2]. He died on January 1, 220 BC[3]. He worked as a mathematician[4], engineer[5], non-fiction writer[6], and writer[7]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (936 views/month, #7,223 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Notable work: Philo line[9]
- Sex or gender: male[10]
- Commons category: Philo of Byzantium[11]
- Given name: Φίλων[12]
- Floruit: 250 BC[13]
- Described by source: Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[14], Russian translation of Lübker's Antiquity Lexicon[15], Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 4th edition (1885–1890)[16], Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition[17]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Ancient Greek[18]
- Birth name: Φίλων[19]
- Name in native language: Φίλων ὁ Βυζάντιος[20]
- Different from: Philo of Byzantium[21]
- Writing language: Ancient Greek[22]
- Significant place: Byzantium[23]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[24]
Body
Works and Contributions
Things named for Philo of Byzantium include Philo line[25], a mathematical concept[26].
Why It Matters
Philo of Byzantium has Wikipedia articles in 24 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[27] He is known by 28 alternative names across languages and contexts.[28]
He is credited with the discovery of thermoscope[29]. Entities named for him include Philo line[25], a mathematical concept[26].
FAQs
Where was Philo of Byzantium born?
Philo of Byzantium's place of birth was Byzantium[2].
What did Philo of Byzantium do for work?
Philo of Byzantium worked as a mathematician[4], engineer[5], non-fiction writer[6], and writer[7].
What did Philo of Byzantium discover?
Philo of Byzantium is credited as discoverer of thermoscope[29].