Anacharsis

Philosopher, Deceased Person

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Who is Anacharsis?

Anacharsis was a Scythian philosopher who travelled from his homeland on the northern shores of the Black Sea to Athens in the early 6th century BC and made a great impression as a forthright, outspoken "barbarian." Reputedly a forerunner of the Cynics, none of his works have survived.

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on July 23, 2013

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