Athenaeus of Attalia
Athenaeus of Attalia
Athenaeus of Attalia (pronunciation: /æθɪˈniːəs ɒv ætəˈleɪə/) was a prominent physician and the founder of the Pneumatic school of medicine in the 1st century BC.
Etymology
The name Athenaeus is of Greek origin, derived from the city of Athens. Attalia, now known as Antalya, is a city on the southwestern coast of Turkey, indicating his place of birth or residence.
Life and Work
Athenaeus was a student of the famous physician Posidonius of Rhodes. He is known for his work in the field of medicine, particularly for founding the Pneumatic school. This school of thought believed that the body was largely controlled by pneuma, or the vital spirit. Athenaeus' theories greatly influenced the development of Galen's medical philosophy.
Related Terms
- Pneuma: In ancient Greek medicine, pneuma is the vital spirit or creative force that Athenaeus believed to control the body.
- Posidonius of Rhodes: A renowned physician and teacher of Athenaeus.
- Galen: A prominent physician and philosopher whose medical philosophy was influenced by Athenaeus.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Athenaeus of Attalia
- Wikipedia's article - Athenaeus of Attalia
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