Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece

And "the academic debate, not unreasonable scolding" advocated by Davers on the conference floor is to alert scholars.In the speeches and seminars that followed, although there were fierce debates, everyone controlled their emotions well.

Among them, the debate between Plato and Democritus disciple Sain Strian is most noticeable.

This is because Cienstrian inherited Democritus's ideas. He believed that democracy is the most ideal form of government, and other forms of government are undesirable.Living in a democratic system, even if it is poor, is better than enjoying prosperity under an authoritarian system.

But he also emphasized that if a democratic country is to function well, the role of the legal system must be valued.A well-managed city-state cannot fail without perfect laws.Because human nature always seeks benefits and avoids harm, and always tries to make profits out of law, so to obey the people is to protect the safety and life of citizens.And to persuade the people to obey the law is a long-term task of the city-state...

His philosophy is exactly the opposite of Plato's political philosophy.

Plato advocates sages governing the world, respects Wang Zheng, and hopes to guide the people with the concept of goodness, and cultivate the virtue of citizens is the foundation of governing the country.

In particular, he opposed democracy. He believed that democracy indulged people's desires, degraded city-state youth, and cultivated ambitions and arrogants who did not learn.

As a result of this debate, Plato won.Plato had a lot of knowledge and quick thinking, and lived in the city of Athens, where everyone is good at debating. For decades, he has already developed a superb debating ability. Is it from the remote town of Aldera Sernst? What Rian can compare with, let alone Plato's own motherland, the best democratic city-state in the Mediterranean, Athens, for example, counted all its ills and stupidity, and made the audience here feel the same, Sainstrian It is reasonable to lose.

However, the Dionysia listeners who have implanted the law-abiding concept into the bone marrow also deeply agree with Senn Strian’s emphasis on "the law is to ensure the good operation of the city-state", because Dionysia is using strict legal guarantees The stability and unity of the entire kingdom.

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The All-Greece Scholar Conference, which lasted for nearly a month, finally ended.

Well-known scholars from all over the Mediterranean have not only exchanged academics during this time in Turi, but also tasted the food of Turi City with the careful care of the college and the full assistance of Turi City Hall. After soaking in the hot spring, I watched the fierce ball game, went to the hospital to check the health of the body, and admired the culture and customs of the alien race...it was very rewarding.

In addition, the Dionysian Academy also collected the speeches of the scholars and compiled them into a book named "Selected Proceedings of the All-Greece Scholars Conference". It copied hundreds of copies and distributed them throughout Greece.

Scholars with fame and fortune returned with satisfaction.Over the next period of time, they often talked about this matter with people, and they were full of praise for the academic atmosphere of the Kingdom of Dionia and the enthusiasm and wealth of the people.This led to more city-state scholars starting to ask: Will Dionia hold another academic conference?When will it be held?

Only the members of the Pythagorean school returned to Tarantum because of Fosterkada's speech, there was a quarrel, which led to conflict and eventually a split.

Some left Tarantum and went to the Eastern Mediterranean.

The other part, led by Lucis, stayed in Tarantum, thinking about how to perfect the philosophy of the Pythagorean school and integrate these unnatural numbers into it.

Among the well-known scholars, two did not leave.

One is Hippocrates.Although he is already an elderly person, Dionysian School of Medicine’s rich medical insights and advanced theories have surprised him. Just one month is not enough for him to understand, let alone study, so he is willing to live Going down and guarding this Baoshan, until he fully understood and learned, he completely solved the many puzzles of medicine in his life.

In this regard, Davers certainly supports.He was willing to approve his stay in the college and hang the name of the school teacher, even giving him the title of "Dionysian Honorary Citizen" in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the medical career throughout his life.

The other scholar is Plato.He made Davis fulfill his promise and sent him to understand the operation of the political system of the Kingdom of Dionysia.

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On this day, the court clerk Henripolis led Plato and two students from Sipesipus and Oleas to the Kingdom Preparatory Officials Evaluation Center in the outer city south of Turri.

The center was originally near Victory Square, but with the expansion of the Kingdom’s territory, the number of people who need to be assessed increased, and the venue for its examinations could not be accommodated, but the land of Turijny City was limited and could not be further expanded, so it was relocated to Outer city.

As he walked ahead, Henripolis was explaining.

Plato listened attentively, and at the same time looked at this building that was not found in other Greek city-states: it occupies a large area, surrounded by thick stone walls more than three meters high, and it can't be seen from the outside.

Several of them walked around the perimeter of the building for a long time before they saw the main entrance in the distance.

Plato noticed that the crowds and bustle and bustle that are common in other areas of Turiri are almost invisible here.Even if a lot of pedestrians pass by, they try to keep quiet and whisper as much as possible. This may not only be related to a patrol team patrolling here, but may also be related to the quality of the people of Turiyi. They try not to interfere. Citizens participating in the assessment in the center.

"There is still a temple there!" Oreas pointed to the distance and said in surprise.

"That's the Temple of Hades." Hernipolis explained with a smile: "There is a benefit to the assessment center next to it. Hades is very aware of it and is the most jealous. Any citizen who participates in the exam wants to cheat. Think about it, and in the end they will not escape his fair punishment."

Plato thought about it, and during his visits to various departments of Turri in the past few days, he discovered the direct and indirect traces of Hades. The god in charge of the underworld has become inscribed in the hearts of the people and let The people always restrain the supervisors of their actions, which has to make him think deeply.

Coming to the door of the assessment center, a towering statue was erected five meters away in front of the door. This statue is a tall and strong man. He has a firm look, holding flames in his hands, stepping on the clouds, and galloping down.

"Why would there be a statue of Prometheus here?" Oreas asked curiously.

Genipolis pointed to both sides of the gate and motioned to see him. There were two lines carved there: willing to be slaves and devotees of the people, please enter this door; those who want to use their power to earn wealth, oppress the people, go away Elsewhere; signed Daveus.

Reminiscing the story of Prometheus risking the great danger of being punished by Zeus, stealing the skyfire and benefiting mankind, the three men and students immediately understood the intention of the king.

Plato couldn't help but sigh: "This is moral education! Don't look at Dionysia's emphasis on the law's restraint on the people. But in fact, the city is always teaching the people to be good at any time and anywhere!"

As soon as Plato's voice fell, the doorman greeted him and warned: "This is the Kingdom, please don't make a loud noise!"

Plato apologized.

Hernípolis showed his waist card and the warrant written by Daveus, and then brought them to the courtyard with Plato.

There are no pools, fountains, gardens, pavilions, etc. in the vast assessment center. There are only a dozen buildings like the storage warehouses in the port, and the rammed and flat vacant areas. There are some instruments on the open space.

Only a hundred meters away in front of it stands a temple-like building that is quite imposing, adding a bright spot to the entire Kingdom Assessment Center.

"We Dionysia pass the assessment every year and select public officials. The examination time is concentrated in October, because this time is the agricultural leisure time, and the citizens have enough time to prepare. At the beginning of the year, various cities and departments The head of the government will report the number of public officials required and vacant for the year to the management committee of the kingdom officials according to the circumstances under their jurisdiction. The number of public officials selected in each department and the specific assessment time are then distributed to each department, and each city council then informs the citizens of the Kingdom in the form of an announcement.

Anyone who wishes to attend will pay attention to this news and be prepared in advance.Before coming to Turri to assess, they must also obtain the certificate of their city hall of residence to determine their citizenship and be a law-abiding citizen who performs well..."Hernipolis made a gesture to them while walking Introduction.

"What if the people in the local city hall took a bribe and concealed his illegal record?" Oleas asked.Even in Athens, wealthy citizens in the suburbs bribe Demo’s officials every year when paying taxes, and understating the property they own in order to pay less taxes.What's more, they are very interested in how to strengthen supervision of officials in remote areas like the Kingdom of Dionysia.

"Even if he concealed the examiner this time and succeeded in becoming an official of the Kingdom. But don't forget that we also have an inspector who supervises the official's behavior, there are Baomin officials who can complain at any time if they see irregularities, and they are familiar with Diao. The citizens of Nyah Law can report to the City Hall and the Senate at any time. At that time, this person will not only be severely punished, but also trace the facts concealed for him based on the certificate issued at the time in his file. The responsibility of truth officials.