Secundus
Pythagorean philosopher who was questioned by Emperor Hadrian about the nature of the world, God, the Ocean, and the Earth.
Works
Chapter I (The Six Days of Creation)
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Heaven and Earth: Four Interpretations
— Questioned by Emperor Hadrian on the nature of the world, God, the Ocean, the Earth
"the philosopher Secundus, when questioned by the emperor Hadrian: "What is the world?" He responded: "An unceasing circuit, an eternal course. "
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Verse 16: And God Made Two Great Lights
— Quoted on the sun and moon; cleverly questioned by Hadrian
"The philosopher Secundus, cleverly questioned by the Emperor Hadrian, "What is the sun?" replied: "The eye of heaven, a splendor without setting,"