Euclid was a mathematician who lived in Ancient Greece. He revolutionized the study of space and laid the foundation for modern mathematics. Unfortunately, very little information about this mathematician has survived to this day. Here are some interesting facts about Euclid.

1. He wrote the oldest known treatise dedicated to mathematics.

2. In his childhood, Euclid studied under the popular and esteemed philosopher Plato, who was also the teacher of Aristotle. It is worth mentioning that Plato himself was a student of Socrates.

3. The exact place and date of Euclid’s birth are unknown. According to the available information, he was born in the third century BCE somewhere in Ancient Greece.

4. In Greek, his name translates to “period of flourishing“ or “good fame.“

5. He dedicated four books to conic sections, significantly contributing to the development of geometry.

7. Euclid played a role in the establishment of the museum and library in the city of Alexandria. During his time, these institutions served not only their primary purposes but also as scientific centers.

8. The very first collection of scientific works on mathematics was created by Euclid over two thousand years ago.

9. The geometric principles outlined in “Elements“ remain relevant to this day.

10. Scientific works attributed to Euclid demonstrate his expertise not only in mathematics but also in optics and astronomy.

11. When a student once asked Euclid how geometry could benefit him in life, he instructed the student to give him three gold coins and then dismissed him.

12. The exact date of Euclid’s death is unknown. It is generally believed that the great mathematician passed away in 265 BCE.