The Destruction of the Temple to Therapists and the Tragic Death of Hypatia

This chapter discusses the events that led to the destruction of the temple to therapists in 391 and the subsequent decline of the museum in Alexandria. It also delves into the clash between the Archbishop and the governor of Alexandria, their differing attitudes towards other religions, and the escalating tensions in the city. The chapter concludes with the attempted assassination of the governor by a monk and the aftermath of the incident. The chapter also discusses the life and tragic death of Hypatia, an influential female philosopher in Alexandria.