FAQ About Hypatia
Why is Hypatia's death considered significant?
Hypatia's death is significant because it marked a tragic turning point in the history of science and philosophy. She was murdered by a Christian mob in 415 CE, a victim of rising tensions between pagans, Christians, and Jews in Alexandria. Her death is often seen as a symbol of the conflict between science and religion, as well as the decline of classical learning in the wake of the rise of religious orthodoxy.
