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The founder of Stoicism, Zeno taught that virtue, based on knowledge, is the highest good and that emotions result from errors in judgment.
philosophical
intellectual
visionary
resilient
Zeno's teachings emphasized self-control, rationality, and the acceptance of fate. His philosophy had a profound influence on Roman thinkers like Seneca and Marcus Aurelius.
Zeno's school of philosophy got its name from the Stoa Poikile (Painted Porch) in Athens, where he and his followers would meet to discuss ideas.
Hellenistic period (c. 334–262 BCE)
Zeno of Elea
An ancient Greek philosopher, Zeno is known for his paradoxes, which challenge the concepts of motion and plurality.
philosophical
intellectual
profound
enigmatic
Zeno's paradoxes, such as the famous 'Achilles and the Tortoise,' were designed to support Parmenides' view that reality is unchanging and that motion is an illusion.
Zeno's paradoxes have puzzled philosophers and mathematicians for centuries and continue to be studied for their implications on the nature of space and time.
5th century BC (490–430 BC)
Zhang Heng
A Chinese polymath of the Han Dynasty, Zhang Heng made significant contributions to astronomy, mathematics, and seismology, inventing the first seismoscope.
intellectual
innovative
curious
visionary
Zhang Heng's seismoscope could detect earthquakes hundreds of miles away, and he also created detailed star maps and celestial models.
Zhang Heng was also a poet and artist, reflecting the Renaissance-like breadth of his talents.
2nd century (Han Dynasty)
Zheng He
A Chinese mariner, explorer, and diplomat, Zheng He led seven major maritime expeditions during the Ming Dynasty, reaching as far as Africa and the Middle East.
adventurous
diplomatic
visionary
resilient
Zheng He's fleet included massive treasure ships, some of the largest wooden ships ever built, and his voyages demonstrated China's naval power.
Zheng He was a Muslim eunuch who rose to prominence in the Ming court, reflecting the diversity and complexity of his background.
15th century (Ming Dynasty)