λ The Lucian of Samosata Project

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Timeline: Lucian of Samosata Project

It is estimated that Lucian lived from 120 to 200 AD. The following timeline places Lucian within the greater events of his time, which undoubtably influenced his life and writings. Here and there, readers of Lucian can pick up clues to historical events in Lucian's writings but most of his writings are ahistorical in focus or set in the past. All events mentioned by Lucian in his writings or occurred in his life are highlighted in red in the timeline.

The chronology for Lucian's life is taken from Fowler's "Introduction: Life" to Lucian's Works. Fowler's timeline is welcome; however, all timelines for Lucian are speculative due to a lack of concrete detail.

Origins

Lucian Life Events

Lucian is born at Samosata in the former Kingdom of Commagene. (ca. 120 AD)


Lucian's Birthplace

Samosata

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Lucian's Travels in the Roman Empire - 2nd Century

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150 - 159

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