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Omar Khayyám
AuthorBooks · Second hand1048-1131
Omar Khayyam (1048–1131) was a Persian poet and polymath, known for his contributions to mathematics, astronomy, philosophy, and Persian literature. He was born in Nishapur, Iran and lived during the Seljuk era, around the time of the First Crusade.
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Birth
1048
Death
1131
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Omar Khayyam was an exceptional polymath who excelled simultaneously as a mathematician, astronomer, and poet.
His most famous work, the Rubaiyat, is a collection of poems that has captivated readers worldwide for centuries.
Born in Nishapur, Khayyam lived during the height of the Seljuk Empire, a time of great intellectual fervor.
Beyond his literary work, he contributed to the development of the Iranian solar calendar, demonstrating his mastery of astronomy.
His name, which means 'tentmaker', is today a universal symbol of Persian wisdom and poetry.