Omar Khayyam
Dublin Core
Title
Omar Khayyam
Subject
Mathematician and Writer
Description
Contributed to the foundation of algebra, specifically finding root solutions for cubic equations. He also solved the parallel axiom from Euclid's postulates. He based his proofs of off geometry and principles he developed based off the philosophy of Aristotle
Type
Person
Person Item Type Metadata
Birth Date
May 18, 1048 C.E or Dhu Al- Qa'dah 25, 439 A.H
Death Date
December 4, 1131 C.E or Muharram 5, 526 A.H
Occupation
Mathematician
Citation
“Omar Khayyam,” Harrison Pike, accessed November 15, 2026, https://coloradocollege.website/hp/items/show/21.