Posidonius

Posidonius, also known as Posidonius of Apamea, was a prominent Greek philosopher, scientist, and polymath who lived during the 1st century BCE (approximately 135 – 51 BCE). He is best known for his contributions to the fields of philosophy, geography, astronomy, and history. A student of the Stoic philosopher Panaetius, Posidonius played a key role in the development of Stoicism during the Hellenistic period.