Oaths and Swearing in Ancient Greece

The oath was an institution of fundamental importance across a wide range of social interactions throughout the ancient Greek world, making a crucial contribution to social stability and harmony; yet there has been no comprehensive, dedicated scholarly study of the subject for over a century. This v...

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Main Author: Sommerstein, Alan H. (auth)
Other Authors: Torrance, Isabelle C. (auth)
Format: Book Chapter
Published: De Gruyter 20140601
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