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Who warned the ancient Athenians about the ancient Macedonian King Philip and his army?
Demosthenes of Athens warned the Athenians not Greece. He was protecting Athenian interests and hegemony over Greece. Demosthenes harbored a personal grudge against Philip because of the humiliation he suffered when he lost his power of speech at the Macedonian court (Aischines, On the Embassy 35), Demosthenes called Philip a barbarian but he would call anyone he did not like a barbarian, including fellow Athenians (Dem. 21.150). Some propagandists have used this word to claim that Macedonian were not thought of as Greek by the rest of Greece but the word, at least in some uses by Demosthenes and others, should be understood as a generic insult. Thus, for example, in some parts of the USA people are dubious that people from other parts are "real Americans."
- [10] When, Athenians, will you take the necessary action? What are you waiting for? Until you are compelled, I presume. But what are we to think of what is happening now? For my own part I think that for a free people there can be no greater compulsion than shame for their position. Or tell me, are you content to run round and ask one another, "Is there any news today?" Could there be any news more startling than that a Macedonian is triumphing over Athenians and settling the destiny of Hellas? ~ Demosthenes. Demosthenes with an English translation by J. H. Vince, M.A. Cambridge, MA, Harvard University Press; London, William Heinemann Ltd. 1930.
Demosthenes, after failing to convince that Macedonians were barbarians, in order to uprise Athenians and after the success of a united Greece under Macedonian hegemony said: "No king of the Hellenes had ever conquered Egypt with the exception only of Alexander, and that he did without war..."
"Even though Xerxes had a huge host with him, he was a barbarian and was defeated by the prudence of the Hellenes; whereas Alexander the Hellene (GREEK) has already engaged in 13 battles and has not been defeated once."
[2.3.4.-5; Oration of Demosthenes]
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Which public speaker said that the Macedonian King Philip ii was considered a threat to Greek freedom?
The public speaker who expressed concerns about King Philip II of Macedonia being a threat to Greek freedom was Demosthenes. As an influential Athenian orator, he delivered a series of speeches known as the "Philippics," where he warned the Greek city-states about the ambitions of Philip II and urged them to unite against him to preserve their autonomy and democratic rights. Demosthenes' rhetoric emphasized the dangers posed by Macedonian expansionism to the independence of Greece.
What lawyer warned the Greeks that Philip the second was a threat to freedom?
Demosthenes. He warned the Athenians to protect the Athenian hegemony over Greece.He was not, however a lawyer - there was no such trade in the Greek world at that time: people had to represent themselves in court. He was a professional speech-writer for others, and used this skill to start making speeches of his own, becoming influential in the Athenian peoples' assembly, where he took up the cause of bad mouthing Philip II of Macedon who was expanding his influence over the Greek world.**The orators of ancient Athens, could not publicly represent people or charge a fee to publicly represent people but they did write the legal speeches a person needed to represent himself. They were called logographers and considered the equivalent of today's lawyers to the ancient Athenians.Demosthenes(dih*MAHS*thuh*NEEZ)
Why did the atheian orator demosthenes warn his fellow citzens about phillip ll?
He warned against Phillip II power because Phillip had recently taken over near by Thessaly. He saw through what most athenians thought of as an unimportant war.
Who warned who in the midnight ride?
Paul Revere warned John Hancock and Samuel Adams.
The monroe doctrine warned European nations not to what?
they warned them not to go to war
Who tried to warn about the Athenians about the threat posed by Philip II?
An athenian orator named Demosthenes warned Athens and Greece about Philip through a series of orations known as the "Philippics"
Who warned the Greeks about the rise of Macedonia?
Demosthenes of Athens warned the Athenians not the other Greeks. He was protecting Athenian interests and their hegemony over Greece because Macedonia wanted to lead the Greeks. Demosthenes harbored a personal grudge against Philip because of the humiliation he suffered when he lost his power of speech at the Macedonian court (Aischines, On the Embassy 35), Demosthenes called Philip a barbarian but he would call anyone he did not like a barbarian to insult them, including fellow Athenians (Dem. 21.150) much like someone today being labelled as "un-American".
Why did the Athenians orator demosthenes warn his fellow citizens abt phillip?
Demosthenes warned the Athenians about Philip of Macedon because he saw him as a threat to Greek independence and feared that Philip's expansionist ambitions would lead to the subjugation of Athens and other Greek city-states. Demosthenes urged his fellow citizens to take action to resist Philip's influence to protect their freedom and democracy.
What did the demosthenes want the greek city-states to do to the macedonians?
Demosthenes was an Athenian lawyer and public speaker who opposed Philip. He warned the Athenians that Philip was a threat to Greek freedom. he urged all the city-states to join together to fight the Macedonians. The Greeks followed his advice and tried to unite, but it was too late. The Athenians joined with Thebes and a few other city-states. They battle Philip's army, but they were defeated.
What did Demosthenes want the Greek city-states to do about the Macedonians?
Demosthenes was an Athenian lawyer and public speaker who opposed Philip. He warned the Athenians that Philip was a threat to Greek freedom. he urged all the city-states to join together to fight the Macedonians. The Greeks followed his advice and tried to unite, but it was too late. The Athenians joined with Thebes and a few other city-states. They battle Philip's army, but they were defeated.
Why did Athenian orator demosthenes warn his citizens about Phillip?
Statesman and orator, Demonsthenes wanted to destroy Macedon expansion and restore Athen's power. In order to do this, he needed to motivate his countrymen to overturn Philip. After Philip's death, Demosthenes was a key opponent and advocate against the new Macedonian king, Alexander the great.
Which public speaker said that the macedonian king Philip was considered a threat to greek freedom?
Demosthenes of Athens warned the Athenians not the other Greeks. He was protecting Athenian interests and their hegemony over Greece because Macedonia wanted to lead the Greeks. Demosthenes harbored a personal grudge against Philip because of the humiliation he suffered when he lost his power of speech at the Macedonian court (Aischines, On the Embassy 35), Demosthenes called Philip a barbarian but he would call anyone he did not like a barbarian to insult them, including fellow Athenians (Dem. 21.150) much like someone today being labelled as "un-American".
Which public speaker said that the Macedonian King Philip ii was considered a threat to Greek freedom?
The public speaker who expressed concerns about King Philip II of Macedonia being a threat to Greek freedom was Demosthenes. As an influential Athenian orator, he delivered a series of speeches known as the "Philippics," where he warned the Greek city-states about the ambitions of Philip II and urged them to unite against him to preserve their autonomy and democratic rights. Demosthenes' rhetoric emphasized the dangers posed by Macedonian expansionism to the independence of Greece.
Why did that Athenian orator Demosthenes warn his fellow citizens about Philip second?
Demosthenes warned his fellow citizens about Philip II of Macedon because he saw him as a threat to the independence and freedom of Athens. Philip's expansionist ambitions and military conquests in the Greek world posed a direct threat to the city-state of Athens and its democratic principles. Demosthenes urged Athenians to unite and oppose Philip in order to protect their way of life.
Why did athenian orator demosthenes warn his people?
Athenian orator Demosthenes warned his people primarily about the growing threat of Macedonian power under Philip II. He urged Athenians to unite and strengthen their defenses, emphasizing the importance of civic responsibility and military preparedness. His speeches, particularly the "Philippics," aimed to rally the citizens against complacency and to recognize the dangers of external aggression. Demosthenes believed that active participation in politics and defense was crucial for preserving Athenian democracy and autonomy.
Who was the Athenian lawyer warned the Greeks that Philip was a threat to freedom?
Demosthenes. He warned the Athenians to protect the Athenian hegemony over Greece.He was not, however a lawyer - there was no such trade in the Greek world at that time: people had to represent themselves in court. He was a professional speech-writer for others, and used this skill to start making speeches of his own, becoming influential in the Athenian peoples' assembly, where he took up the cause of bad mouthing Philip II of Macedon who was expanding his influence over the Greek world.**The orators of ancient Athens, could not publicly represent people or charge a fee to publicly represent people but they did write the legal speeches a person needed to represent himself. They were called logographers and considered the equivalent of today's lawyers to the ancient Athenians.Demosthenes(dih*MAHS*thuh*NEEZ)
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bad breath
