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Famous Homosexuals in Early History
There are so many famous and well-known homosexual
people in history! It is amazing that anyone would wish to deny a culture
of people that is so firmly based in creative arts, and that have been
responsible for so many amazing things. Many of the people on this list did
not immediately admit they were homosexual. In fact, some of them never admitted
it. In the days they lived it either didn't come up, or it wasn't appropriate
to bring up. However, there were many tell tale signs showing us that these
people were some of the most famous and well-noted homosexuals in Ancient/Early
world history.
Sappho - 600 BC
Sappho is perhaps one of the most well known
lesbians the world has ever created. She was incredibly famous in the ancient
world she lived in, and is still spoken about today. Sappho was a lyrical
poet most noted for the beautiful verses she would create. She had a total
of nine volumes of poetry, though today there is only one volume that has
withstood the tests of time. If there were a question of Sappho, and her
lesbianism, it would be cleared up by reading her poetry. Sappho wrote many
of her poems to women, and some of them were to Goddesses such as Athena.
Her poetry was an honest admission of her feelings for women. The fabulous
Sappho lived on the island of Lesbos, which is a popular lesbian vacation
spot today, and the place where we have derived the word 'lesbian' from.
Alexander the Great - 356 BC
This amazing King of Macedonia was also a
homosexual. He has been revered for overthrowing the Persian Empire, which
allowed him to rule from Greece to Egypt - and as far as India. Alexander
was known for more than his fighting skill and warrior hindsight, though.
In fact, he was known to be quite beautiful. It has been said that the only
person to surpass his beauty was his lover Hephaestion. This incredible team
lived together for years as they trained under Aristotle and went on to marry
one another in addition to their wives. This was, of course, common in those
days. Alexander's father, Phillip, had male lovers and wives. Alexander,
however, refused to marry when the kingdom was transferred to him as he was
more worried about conquering the world as opposed to fathering children.
Alexander's one child would be consummated and he would pass away just a
short eight-months after his lover and soul mate, Hephaestion died.
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Leonardo
Da Vinci - 1452
One of the most incredible painters of all time,
Da Vinci has never been truly proven to be homosexual - although there is
much evidence that could lead a person to definitely consider the
fact that he was, indeed, a homosexual. The paintings created were highly
suggestive, as were the writings that he created. The writings specifically
mention his attraction to males in a general sense. Additionally, there is
not one single record of Da Vinci being close with any female in any setting.
However, he was known for being surrounded by handsome young men at most
times.
Michelangelo - 1475
Michelangelo never came out to admit his true
feelings and many believe it was due to his deep routed beliefs in religion.
The religion and the homosexuality often tore at his soul and left him a
mess, especially when it came to the love he ended up feeling for a man.
However, it is speculated that he never had homosexual relations. This does
not stop him from being gay, of course, it just means he did not act on any
lustful feelings. Otherwise, Michelangelo would
not be what some would consider the picture of gayness. A workaholic by trade
- even when this brilliant artist had money - he still lived as if he were
poor. He worked constantly, rarely showered or changed clothing, and was
known for his large temper.
Tchaikovsky
Tchaikovsky is known for some of the most beautiful
musical work to have ever been created. The Nutcracker was just one of the
works that will live forever in infamy, along with other titles such as Sleeping
Beauty and the 1812 Overture. Tchaikovsky was not the only homosexual in
his family as his brother was gay as well. Despite his feelings, Tchaikovsky
married a student of his - though he tried to kill himself when he discovered
her lust for the male anatomy. It's too bad they had that in common. He found
a wealthy sponsor that paid for him to live, and travel, and eventually he
fell in love with his nephew.
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