Definitions for cincinnatus
ˌsɪn səˈneɪ təs, -ˈnæt əscincin·na·tus

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1. Cincinnatus, Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatusnoun

   Roman statesman regarded as a model of simple virtue; he twice was called to assume dictatorship of Rome and each time retired to his farm (519-438 BC)

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1. cincinnatus

   Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus (c. 519 – c. 430 BC) was a Roman patrician, statesman, and military leader of the early Roman Republic who became a legendary figure of Roman virtue—particularly civic virtue—by the time of the late Republic. Cincinnatus was an opponent of the rights of the plebeians (the common citizens) who fell into poverty because of his son Caeso Quinctius's violent opposition to their desire for a written code of equally enforced laws. Despite his relatively old age, he worked his own small farm until an invasion prompted his fellow citizens to call for his leadership. He came from his plough to assume complete control over the state but, upon achieving a swift victory in only 16 days, relinquished his power and its perquisites and returned to his farm. His success and immediate resignation of his near-absolute authority with the end of this crisis (traditionally dated to 458 BC) has often been cited as an example of outstanding leadership, service to the greater good, civic virtue, humility, and modesty. Modern historians question some particulars of the story recounted in Livy and elsewhere but usually accept Cincinnatus as a historical figure who served as suffect consul in 460 BC and as dictator in 458 BC and (possibly) again in 439 BC, when the patricians called on him to suppress the feared uprising of the plebeians under Spurius Maelius, after which he is said to have once again ceded power.

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1. cincinnatus

   Cincinnatus was a Roman statesman who served as a consul and dictator during the early Roman Republic. He was famously a model of civic virtue in Roman culture. He was praised for his modesty and commitment to public service, particularly for his willingness to relinquish power once a crisis had passed. Today, the term 'Cincinnatus' may refer to the historical figure, or metaphorically to a person who demonstrates exceptional leadership, selflessness, and commitment to their community or country.

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1. Cincinnatus

   Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus was a Roman aristocrat and statesman whose service as consul in 460 BC and dictator in 458 BC and 439 BC made him a model of civic virtue. Cincinnatus was regarded by the Romans, especially the aristocratic patrician class, as one of the heroes of early Rome and as a model of Roman virtue and simplicity. He was a persistent opponent of the plebeians. When his son was convicted and condemned to death, Cincinnatus was forced to live in humble circumstances, working on his own small farm, until an invasion caused him to be called to serve Rome as dictator, an office which he immediately resigned after completing his task of defeating the rivaling tribes of the Aequians, Sabines, and Volscians. His immediate resignation of his absolute authority with the end of the crisis has often been cited as an example of outstanding leadership, service to the greater good, civic virtue, lack of personal ambition and modesty. As a result, he has inspired a number of organizations and other entities, many of which are named in his honor.

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1. Cincinnatus

   Of Rome. Who left his plow to make his share in politics. Later inaugurated the back-to-the-farm movement.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of cincinnatus in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of cincinnatus in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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2. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cincinnatus
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4. ^ Wikidata
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5. ^ Who Was Who?
   https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/984/pg984-images.html#:~:text=cincinnatus
6. ^ Usage in printed sources
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