Giordano Bruno
Renaissance Italy Hermeticism
Biography
Italian Dominican friar, philosopher, and cosmologist. Burned at the stake for heresy.
Life Dates
Born: January 1, 1548
Died: February 17, 1600
Notable Quotes
"There is no absolute up or down, as Aristotle taught; no absolute position in space."
"The universe is infinite and composed of infinite worlds."
"Truth does not change because it is believed by many or few."
"It is proof of a base and low mind for one to wish to think with the masses."
"The Divine Light is always in man, presenting itself to the senses."