Favorinus

Favorinus (85–200) was a philosopher, writer and poet.

Also recorded as Favorinus of Arles; Favorí d'Arle; Favorinus of Arelate.

Overview

Born at Arles in 85, died at Rome in 200.

In detail

training under Dio Chrysostom is recorded. Herodes Atticus and Demetrios of Alexandria are recorded as having studied under Favorinus. the recorded working language is Ancient Greek and Latin.

The field of work recorded is philosophy. The authority associates the name with Hellenistic art.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Favorinus”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q554387: Favorinus

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