About Nicarete of Megara
Lived 400 BC – 300 BC. Nicarete of Megara was a philosopher and hetaera.
Nicarete or Nicareta of Megara (, Nikarétē) was a philosopher of the Megarian school, who flourished around . She is stated by Athenaeus to have been a hetaera of good family and education, and to have been a disciple of Stilpo. Diogenes Laërtius states that she was Stilpo's mistress, though he had a wife.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Nicarete of Megara?
ancient Greek philosopher and/or hetaira
When was Nicarete of Megara born?
Nicarete of Megara was born in 400 BC in Megara.
When did Nicarete of Megara die?
Nicarete of Megara died in 300 BC.
What was Nicarete of Megara's occupation?
Nicarete of Megara was a philosopher and hetaera.
What nationality was Nicarete of Megara?
Nicarete of Megara's recorded nationality: Megara.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Nicarete of Megara
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