The council of elders in many societies served as advisors to the ruling authority, providing guidance based on their wisdom and experience. They often played a role in making important decisions, settling disputes, and preserving the traditions and values of the community.
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
To carry out government, to call the assembly of citizens to vote on important issues, and implement appropriate decisions by the assembly.
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.
council of elders
The Sanhedrin was the Jewish council of elders.
The Gerousia was the Spartan council of Elders.
oligarchys or the council of elders
The Council of Elders are in charge of the ceremonies.
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.