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Silanus of Ambracia

Seer employed by Cyrus the Younger

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About Silanus of Ambracia

Silanus of Ambracia was a clairvoyant and seer.

Silanus of Ambracia was an ancient Greek soothsayer in Xenophon's Anabasis. In 401 BC, he accompanied Cyrus the Younger in an expedition against Artaxerxes. When Silanus provided Cyrus with a successful prediction, he was rewarded with 3000 darics (or 10 talents).

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Important facts

Occupation

Clairvoyant, seer

Frequently asked questions

Who was Silanus of Ambracia?

seer employed by Cyrus the Younger

What was Silanus of Ambracia's occupation?

Silanus of Ambracia was a clairvoyant and seer.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Silanus of Ambracia

· Wikidata: Q11949783

· DBpedia: Silanus of Ambracia

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MLA: "Silanus of Ambracia." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/silanus-of-ambracia/.

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