Perioki Flashcards
(7 cards)
What was the importance of Perekoi to the economy? [Plut x2]
Tradesman key to economy as Spartans were “banned their involvement in any manual craft” and “only activities that contributed to the freedom of the state were to be regarded as permissible occupations”
Perekoi played a significant role as tradesmen in the economy.
What was the role of Skiritai in the Spartan army? [Xen]
“No one marches in front of him, except the Skiritai”
How many Spartan soldiers were at Plataea? [Herodotus]
5000 Spartan soldiers and 5000 Lacedomonians
Where did Skiritai fight during the battle at Mantinea? [Thuc]
On the right wing
This placement signifies their importance and strategic position in battle.
What was the significance of the Perekoi in relation to the Helot threat?
Only 2 periokoi towns joined in revolt in 464
How were the political positions of Perekoi defined?
Not equal to Spartans politically
This status illustrates the hierarchical structure of Spartan society.
What did Lykourgos restrict regarding the Spartiates which the Periokoi could do?
“Did not grant Spartiates permission to be away from the city and to travel freely” WHILE the Periokoi could
