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Pythagoras Not only did this Greek philosopher study mathematics, but also science and religion teacher. Pythagoras, this multi-talented philosopher, was born in 575 B.C. and died in 495 BC) evolved a school of thought that accepted the transmigration of souls and established number as the principle in the universe. Pythagoras created the well-know and popular mathematical formula known as the Pythagorean Theorem. Born on the island of Samos, Pythagoras was the son of Mnesarchus. He fled to southern Italy to escape the tyranny of Polycrates, who came to power about 538 B.C., and he is said to have traveled to Egypt and Babylon. He and his followers became politically powerful in Croton in southern Italy, where Pythagoras had established a school for his newly formed sect. It is probable that the Pythagoreans took positions in the local government in order to lead men to the pure life which their teachings set forth. Eventually, however, a rival f... This is ONLY a preview of the article. If you would like to view the entire document, you must subscribe to Digital Term Papers. Please register below now! Digital Term Papers has over 63,000 essays, term papers, and book notes online. Many paper sites will charge you hundreds of dollars for a single paper. Digital Term Papers only charges $14.95 for a one month membership with instant account activation! Don't waste anymore time! Join NOW!!!
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