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Who was Plutarch’s wife Timoxena?
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Greek biographer and author Plutarch, c. 100 ce.
Timoxena was the wife of the Greek biographer and philosopher Plutarch. While historical details regarding her personal life are limited, she is known primarily through Plutarch’s writings, specifically his Consolatio (a work of consolation) written to her following the death of their infant daughter.12
The couple had at least five children together. In his letter of consolation, Plutarch mentions four sons, at least two of whom survived into adulthood.12