Oldest members of Community commomly consulted to advise or make decisions.
Sparta was an aristocracy that had a Council of Elders. Athens was a democracy. It had a council too, of 500 men over 30 years old.
chiefs,the grand council, council of elders
when you finish the military
There is no specific collective noun for elders, in which case a noun that is appropriate for the situation is used; for example a council of elders, a committee of elders, a meeting of elders, etc.
The kings council of elders is called a senate. They are actually currently still in place in the republican empire.
The Gerousia was the Spartan council of Elders.
The Sanhedrin was the Jewish council of elders.
council of elders
The Giver was bitter about the Council of Elders because they controlled the community by suppressing emotions and individuality, preventing people from experiencing the full range of human experiences. The Council's strict rules and control over the community's memories made The Giver resentful of their power and influence.
oligarchys or the council of elders
The Council of Elders are in charge of the ceremonies.
The Spartan assembly comprised the male citizens. The council (Gerousia) of 30 elders conducted normal business and placed important matters before the assembly for decisions.