Myia facts for kids

Myia (pronounced MEE-yah) was an important Pythagorean philosopher who lived around 500 BC. Some old stories say she was the daughter of Theano and Pythagoras, who was a very famous Greek thinker and mathematician.

Who Was Myia?

Myia was married to Milo of Croton, a well-known athlete from ancient Greece. Even as a young girl, Myia was a leader, especially in choirs. As an adult, she was admired for her strong religious beliefs and good behavior.

A writer named Lucian once mentioned Myia in his work, saying that everyone knew her story. This suggests she was quite famous in her time.

Myia's Letter

There is a letter that people thought Myia wrote, but historians now believe it was written much later, probably around 300 or 200 BC. This letter is addressed to a woman named Phyllis.

The letter talks about how important it is to care for a newborn baby in a balanced way. It explains that babies naturally need moderation in everything, like how much food they eat, the clothes they wear, and how warm they are. The letter also says that the person taking care of the baby, like a nurse, should also be calm and balanced in their own actions.