Boeckh himself, in a subsequent passage, rightly observes, that the names of zeugitae, etc., could only apply to new classes introduced in the place of those instituted by Solon.
[206] With respect to the value of "a measure" in that time, it was estimated at a drachma, and a drachma was the price of a sheep.
[207] The law against idleness is attributable rather to Pisistratus than Solon.
[208] Athenaeus, lib.

xiv.
[209] Plutarch de Gloria Athen.

I do not in this sketch entirely confine myself to Solon's regulations respecting the areopagus.
[210] The number of the areopagites depending upon the number of the archons, was necessarily fluctuating and uncertain.

An archon was not necessarily admitted to the areopagus.

He previously underwent a rigorous and severe examination of the manner in which he had discharged the duties of his office, and was liable to expulsion upon proofs of immorality or unworthiness.
[211] Some modern writers have contended that at the time of Solon the members of the council were not chosen by lot; their arguments are not to me very satisfactory.