The strangest (and sexiest) of the legends surrounding the aura of Pythagoras is that he had a golden thigh that he would show to impress people he wanted to join his cult.
— Pythagoras Ancient

Pythagorean theorem, mathematics

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A legend surrounding Pythagoras, reported by later biographers, to demonstrate his divine or unusual nature.

Date / Period

c. 570-495 BCE (reported later)

Category

Strange & Unusual

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Found in 1 providers: gemini

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