Philostratus the Younger
ancient Greek sophist
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Summary
Philostratus the Younger was born in Lemnos[1]. He has worked as a writer[2], sophist[3], and orator[4]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (107 views/month, #7,293 of 1,000,298).[5]
Key Facts
- Sex or gender: male[6]
- Floruit: 300[7]
- Described by source: Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[8]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Ancient Greek[9]
- Different from: Philostratus[10]
- Time period: Roman Empire[11]
- Writing language: Ancient Greek[12]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[13]
- P14585: 40298[14]
Why It Matters
Philostratus the Younger has Wikipedia articles in 12 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[15] He is known by 28 alternative names across languages and contexts.[16]
Works attributed to him include Imagines[17], a group of literary works[18], written by Philostratus of Lemnos[19].
FAQs
Where was Philostratus the Younger born?
Philostratus the Younger's place of birth was Lemnos[1].
What did Philostratus the Younger do for work?
Philostratus the Younger worked as a writer[2], sophist[3], and orator[4].