Demetrios Chalkokondyles

Greek scholar and academic

Demetrios Chalkokondyles - Thinkers & Philosophers born 1423
Born

1423
602 years ago

Died
Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Greece

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Played a significant role in the revival of classical Greek literature and philosophy during the Renaissance. Chalkokondyles contributed to the education of several notable students and was instrumental in the dissemination of Greek texts. He established a school in Venice, focusing on the study of ancient Greek and Latin. His scholarly contributions helped bridge the gap between classical antiquity and the humanist thought of the time.

Established a school in Venice

Contributed to the revival of classical texts

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