Hypatia of Alexandria (c. 370 - March 415) was a female philosopher and mathematician, born in Alexandria, Egypt possibly in 370 (although some scholars cite her birth as c. 350). Little is known of her life but her dramatic death at the hands of Christian fanatics is well-documented and has become what she is best remembered for.
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c. 370 CEHypatia is born, daughter of Theon, in Alexandria, Egypt.
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c. 390 CEHypatia is a teacher of philosophy, science and mathematics at the University of Alexandria.
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415 CEHypatia is murdered by Christian mob and her body burned.