Boethius, whose full name was Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius, (480 - 524 AD), was a Roman statesman, philosopher, and writer. He is best known for his influential work "The Consolation of Philosophy" (Consolatio Philosophiae), written while he was imprisoned awaiting execution in 524 AD, marking the end of his life. Despite his political downfall, his philosophical and theological contributions endured and continued to influence scholars throughout the medieval period and beyond.

Boethius is remembered as an important figure in the history of philosophy, particularly for his efforts in preserving and transmitting classical knowledge during a time of political and social upheaval.