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An inscribed decree from the Paros Museum and the Parian colonization of Pharos

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: In this article we offer an editio princeps of a new inscription from the Cycladic island of Paros and discuss its implications for understanding Parian co-operation with Dionysiοs I of Syracuse in the Adriatic in the early fourth century BCE. We argue that the text throws light on the Parian colonization of Pharos, and is related to activities of the Parians in the Adriatic in what seems to be the result of local Parian strife and strong anti-Athenian affiliations on Paros. We explore possible interpretations of the inscribed decree and their implications for the relationship between the Parians and Dionysios.

Source: The Journal of Hellenic Studies

DOI: 10.1017/s007542692510027x

Authors: Peter Liddel, Christy Constantakopoulou, Yannos Kourayos

Institutions: University of Manchester, National Hellenic Research Foundation, Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports

Language: English

Topic: Classical Antiquity Studies

Subfield: Anthropology

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,550

OpenAlex ID: W4413226073