Cleisthenes
or Clis·the·nes
active c515–c495 b.c., Athenian statesman.
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The historical demes were organised by Cleisthenes, on a local basis.
Social Origins and Primal Law | Andrew LangNow when Cleisthenes became tyrant of Sicyon he felt that the cult of the local hero was a danger.
Ancient Art and Ritual | Jane Ellen HarrisonBut as a statesman he failed to cope with the new conditions created by the democracy of Cleisthenes.
The last of this dynasty was Cleisthenes, a just and moderate ruler, concerning whom we have a story to tell.
Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) | Charles MorrisCleisthenes, the leader of the people against the aristocratic faction, made this new code of laws.
Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) | Charles Morris
British Dictionary definitions for Cleisthenes
/ (ˈklaɪsθəˌniːz) /
6th century bc, Athenian statesman: democratized the political structure of Athens
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