died 497
Pythagoras was an ancient Greek philosopher and mathematician, best known for his contributions to mathematics, particularly the Pythagorean theorem, which relates the sides of a right triangle. He founded the Pythagorean school, which combined religious and philosophical teachings with mathematical principles. Pythagoras' work laid the foundations for various areas of mathematics and significantly influenced Western thought.
Strength of mind rests in sobriety; for this keeps your reason unclouded by passion.