Pherecydes of Syros was an ancient Greek philosopher and theologian, traditionally dated to the 6th century BCE. He is considered one of the earliest figures in the development of philosophical thought in ancient Greece, particularly notable for his contributions to the understanding of cosmogony, which is the study of the origin and evolution of the universe. Pherecydes is particularly important for introducing the idea of a divine principle in his cosmology, which combined elements of mythology and philosophy.
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