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Who was Croesus?
Croesus was King of Lydia from 561 to 547 BCE and he was considered the wealthiest man of his time. He also famous for the words Solon the Athenian statsman who said "Μηδένα προ του τέλους μακάριζε" meaning "Do not praise somebody's happines before his death". It is known the fate of Croesus who lost his son by accidental death his wife and his Kingdom and recalled Solon before his execution. The Persian King Cyrus who listened his story spared his life.
What were Solon's accomplishments?
First he decided that the Athenians should not be sold as slaves when they could not pay their debts. That was something for the common people. Then he decided that the people who owed money and could not pay it should be helped to do so. This also was a gain for the poorer people; but as they had hoped that they should not have to pay anything at all, they were disappointed. Then he decided that the nobles must let the common people share in the rule of the city. "I gave the people," he said, "as much power as they ought to have without cheating them any, or giving them more than was their share." But this satisfied neither party; as the nobles had expected to keep all the power for themselves, [135] while the people also had hoped to get it all for themselves. So both parties were dissatisfied with what Solon had done, and the quarrels continued. But after these had lasted for some time, and the Athenians had suffered much on account of them, they at last came to see that Solon was right, and they did as he wished them to do. The laws which Solon had made were cut in great blocks of wood, that they might not be forgotten; and for hundreds of years afterwards these blocks might be seen at Athens. Many people expected that Solon would not lay down his power when his year was out, and that he would make himself "tyrant" or king. But Solon was too honest to do anything of the kind. When his year was over he went away from Athens, and spent many years traveling. According to a story which the Greeks loved to tell, Solon came once to the court of a great king named Croesus. There the king showed him chests full of gold and silver and many other precious things which belonged to him. Then Croesus asked Solon who was the happiest man in the world, thinking, of course, that Solon would say that he was, because he had so much of what every one wishes to posses. But Solon named a poor man who had died while [136] fighting for his country. Croesus then asked who was the next happiest; and Solon named two youths who had died while showing great honor to their mother. Then Croesus was angry. "And do you not consider me happy?" he asked, pointing to all his wealth. "I count no man happy until he is dead," answered Solon. Many years after this, great misfortunes came on King Croesus. His kingdom was conquered by the king of the Persians, his jewels were taken from him, and he himself was placed on a great pile of wood to be burned alive. Then the words of Solon came to his mind, and he exclaimed,- "O, Solon! O Solon! O Solon!" When the king of the Persians heard this, he sent to ask Croesus who this Solon was that he called upon. Then Croesus told him what Solon had said to him, and added,- "Now I see only too well that Solon was right." Then the other king had pity on Croesus, and set him free. And the fame of Solon spread so far that he came to be looked upon as one of the seven wisest men of Greece.
What is a solon?
THE QUESTION IS - WHO IS SOLON?? Solon was a greek lawgiver, poet,and aristocrat who paved a road to democracy in Greece, Athens!!! - Larry D
What country you will find the Croesus's kingdom?
Croesus's kingdom is in Turkey.
When was Semomesia croesus created?
Semomesia croesus was created in 1777.
When was Chrysiridia croesus created?
Chrysiridia croesus was created in 1871.
How many pages does The Treasury of Croesus have?
The Treasury of Croesus has 24 pages.
Why was Croesus chosen to biuld the temple of Artemis?
Croesus did not build it. Croesus sponsored it at least in part, he founded Lydia's empire and was overlord of Ephesus.
What was Croesus' kingdom?
Lydia was Croesus' kingdom. For more information, visit the Related Link.
What does croesus fortune do on horwse?
This information is not mine, it is written by Owlient (The creators' of Howrse) I will not take credit for their work.Croesus is a divine horse that produces money instead of droppings.On the 13th of every month, at the site's update time, Croesus will give its owner one pass, but only if the owner logged in the day before.If the 13th of the month falls on a Friday, Croesus will give its owner 2 passes.Every month, one horse among those named Junior Croesus is turned into Croesus.(You will find ALL of this information at the bottom of the Croesus' profile, next to the Bonus Tab is a Question mark. ;Press it to find this information.THANKS!!-Chelsea111 (Add me)
After Dracos harsh rule the Athenians elected?
Solon A+ users
Who was the last king of Lydia?
Croesus
