“Despise all those things which when liberated from the body you will not want; invoke the Gods to become your helpers.”
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The Golden Verses of Pythagoras
This text is a compilation of sayings and principles that are believed to have been spoken by Pythagoras, focusing on moral and spiritual guidance. It covers topics such as virtue, justice, and the nature of the soul. more
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Pythagoras
Pythagoras, born in 571 BC in Greece, was a renowned Greek philosopher, mathematician, astronomer, and music theorist. He founded the Pythagorean school, which had a profound impact on the fields of mathematics and philosophy. more
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