Cleanthes
Cleanthes (331–232) was a philosopher, pugilist and writer.
Also recorded as Cleanthes of Assos.
Overview
Born at Assos in 331, died at Athens in 232.
In detail
training under Zeno of Citium and Crates of Thebes is recorded. Chrysippus of Soli and Sphaerus are recorded as having studied under Cleanthes. the recorded working language is Ancient Greek.
The authority associates the name with stoicism.
Positions recorded include scholarch of the Stoic school.
Works named in the authority record are Hymn to Zeus.
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“Cleanthes”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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