Golden Laws and Moral Rules

Biographical information about Pythagoras of Samos is contradictory and contains many legends. He was credited with traveling to Egypt, living as a prisoner in Babylon, and finally, having close acquaintance with magicians. Whatever amazing versions have survived in history, Pythagoras's achievements in mathematics, music, and astronomy are indisputable.

Pythagoras left no written works behind, however, sayings recorded by his followers that are attributed to the scholar have reached our days. These statements represent philosophical and moral principles that will help expand the understanding of life and achieve harmony in the soul. The quotes are accompanied by explanations that provide a more complete picture of the socio-political context of those times.