When he reached the age of manhood , Hermogenes left Licinius ' court and began intensively studying philosophy , as well as becoming proficient in both Latin and Greek .
Himerius claimed that Hermogenes used his influence over Licinius to mitigate against the emperor 's harsh rule .
When Hermogenes reached the age of manhood , Hermogenes left Licinius ' court and began intensively studying philosophy , as well as becoming proficient in both Latin and Greek .
Himerius claimed that Hermogenes used his influence over Licinius to mitigate against the emperor 's harsh rule .