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Phalaris

Phalaris, tyrant of Acragas in Sicily (6th century BC), notorious for roasting victims in a bronze bull; an emblem of bloodthirsty savagery.

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Mentioned in 5 works (6 total)

On Anger philosophy · 1 mention
On Mercy philosophy · 1 mention
On Benefits philosophy · 2 mentions
On Tranquility of Mind philosophy · 1 mention
Moral Letters to Lucilius philosophy · 1 mention

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