Great people: Pythagoras.

Pythagoras of Samos (Πυθαγόρας ὁ Σάμιος) was known as ancient Greek philosopher and scientist. He was born in c. 570 B. C., on Samos island.

Pythagoras studied mathematics. Also, he created Pythagorean theorem. The three sides of a right triangle, the sum of the squares of the lengths of the cathetus is equal to the square of the length of the hypothenuse. They were written in Pythagorean equation:

a² + b² = c²

Also, Pythagoras of Samos visited Egypt. He found wisdom in this place. Pythagoras took part in Olympic games.

He had many important philosophical ideas. Pythagoras influenced other scientists in Ancient Greece.

Pythagoras of Samos died in c. 495 B. C.

Famous people and their quotes. Part forty four.

                                                                           Pythagoras.

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“It is better to be silent, than to dispute with the Ignorant.

“Friendship is one soul in two bodies.”

“Know thyself and thou wilt know the universe.”

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