Philolaus

Philosopher, Deceased Person

1969 – 1969

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Who was Philolaus?

Philolaus was a Greek Pythagorean and Presocratic philosopher. He argued that at the foundation of everything is the part played by the limiting and limitless, which combine together in a harmony. He is also credited with originating the theory that the earth was not the centre of the universe.

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Born
Dec 31, 1969
Also known as
  • Philolaus of Croton
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Died
Dec 31, 1969

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on July 23, 2013

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