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Constitution of the Lacedaimonians (15.7-15.8)

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And they exchange oaths monthly, the Ephors on behalf of the state, the King for himself. And this is the Kings oath: I will reign according to the established laws of the state. And this the oath of the state: While you abide by your oath, we will keep the kingship unshaken.

These then are the honours that are bestowed on the King at home during his lifetime; and they do not greatly exceed those of private persons. For it was not the wish of Lycurgus to put into the Kings hearts despotic pride, nor to implant in the mind of the citizens envy of their power.

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