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Initially they were appointed to solve the problems between aristocrats and the lower classes dominated and exploited by the upper class. Their task was to create a balance to protect the interests of both sides.They were also used by empires eg the Persian Empire to rule a city and keep its people under control.
The early tyrants of Athens had a problem - to stop the aristocrats from assassinating them, they had to hire a strong guard to protect them. To pay the guard they had to impose a tax. Neither aristocrats or the lower classes liked taxes, so the tyrants, even though they tried to do their job fairly, became unpopular and were expelled.
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Which groups in greek city-states did not want the nobles to rule?
tyrants
What tyrants did?
temples
How are tyrants different in Greece than they are now?
There are no tyrants in Greece. Greece is a democratic country.Answer:In its past Greece had many tyrants. Essentially tyrants, then as now, seize power outside of the democratic processes of the society. Tyranny is usually looked on as bad thing as there is no peaceful way to change to a different leader.
What was a major accomplishment of cleisthenes?
A major accomplishment of the Cleisthenes was that as before ,all the male citizens could participate in the assembly and vote on laws. Assembly members could now discuss issues freely, hear legal and appoint army officals.
What is tyrants in ancient Greece?
Tyrants were generaally wealthy landowners who were brought to power by the lower classes who had become tired of being held down and exploited by the oligarchs (small number of aristocrats) ruling the city-states. The tyrant was put in sole charge on the understanding that he ruled to the general good. They were vilified by those who had been replaced and today the word has a bad meaning. To the majority of people who got a fair deal from them they were a godsend.
