Such trials Leosthenes induced the citizens to brave undaunted, and they gave up their persons gladly to share the struggle with so great a leader. Should they not then be counted fortunate in their display of valor rather than unfortunate in their sacrifice of life? For in exchange for a mortal body they gained undying glory, safeguarding by their personal courage the universal liberty of GreeceThe Greek words which follow here cannot be translated as they stand. Fritzsche’s emendation probably restores the correct sense, namely: Nothing brings complete happiness without self-government. But the Greek wording is uncertain.