Julius Firmicus Maternus

Astrologer, Author

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Who is Julius Firmicus Maternus?

Julius Firmicus Maternus was a Latin writer and notable astrologer, who received a pagan classical education that made him conversant with Greek; he lived in the reign of Constantine I and his successors. His triple career made him a public advocate, an astrologer and finally a Christian apologist.

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  • Julius Maternus
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Lived in
  • Sicily

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on July 23, 2013

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