Gaius Blossius and role of stoic philosophy on political work of tribune Tiberius Sempronius Gracchus and start of popular platform and movement

Abstract

During plebeian tribunat of Tiberius Sempronius Gracchus 133 BC, main ideological and political adviser was Caius Blossius. He came from Cumae, campanian town and community. Caius Blossius was adherent of radical version of stoicism, which included democratic and social ideas. After death of his friend and leader Tiberius Gracchus, Caius Blossius le& Italy for Asia Minor where he joined to movement of Aristonicus and Heliopolis. He committed a suicide a&er defeat of Aristonicus movement.