amphictyony

• Nom désignant en Grèce antique une association de cités ou de peuples voisins, formée à l'origine pour protéger un sanctuaire religieux commun et gérer ses affaires.

A noun referring to an association of neighboring states or tribes in ancient Greece, originally established to defend a common religious center.

1. Ancient Greek LeagueC2formal

   A religious and political association of neighboring Greek states or tribes, originally formed to protect and manage a shared sanctuary or temple.

   Amphictionie grecque

   • The Delphic Amphictyony was the most famous, overseeing the Temple of Apollo at Delphi.
   • Member states of the amphictyony swore oaths to protect the sacred site.
   • The amphictyony could impose fines on members who violated its rules.

   Synonymesconfederacyconfederationleague