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Themison

Themison

Overview

Themison is a name of Greek origin that refers to several individuals from ancient Greece.

### Ancient Greeks

#### 4th-century BC Figures

* **Themison of Eretria**: A 4th-century BC tyrant of Eretria.
* **Themison of Samos**: A 4th-century BC admiral, although the exact details of his life and achievements are not well-documented.

#### 1st-century BC Figure

* **Themison of Laodicea**: A 1st-century BC Greek physician. Little is known about his life or medical contributions beyond his association with this name.

#### Merchant and King

* **Themison of Thera**: A merchant from the island of Thera (Santorini).
* **Themison of Cyprus**: A king of Keryneia, who received a copy of Aristotle's Protrepticus.