periecians (Meaning)

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periecians (n. pl.)

See Perioecians.

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The periecians of Sparta were non-citizens who lived outside the city walls.
The periecians played an important role in the Spartan economy, especially in agriculture and trade.
Despite their limited rights, the periecians were generally loyal to Sparta and fought alongside the Spartans in war.
The periecians lived in small towns and villages scattered throughout Laconia, the region around Sparta.
The periecians were not allowed to own land in Sparta, but they could lease land from the Spartan citizens.
The periecians paid taxes to the Spartan citizens and served in the Spartan army.
The periecians were forbidden from marrying Spartan citizens, but they could marry other periecians or foreigners.
The periecians were subject to the Spartan laws and customs, but they were not allowed to participate in government.
The periecians were an important part of Spartan society, providing essential goods and services to the Spartan citizens.
The periecians were eventually granted citizenship in Sparta in the 3rd century BC, after they had proven their loyalty and fought bravely in battle.

See Perioecians.

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The periecians of Sparta were non-citizens who lived outside the city walls.

The periecians played an important role in the Spartan economy, especially in agriculture and trade.

Despite their limited rights, the periecians were generally loyal to Sparta and fought alongside the Spartans in war.

The periecians lived in small towns and villages scattered throughout Laconia, the region around Sparta.