Cycle of Political Revolutions
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Polybius believed that political change occurs naturally through either external conflicts or internal revolutions between different forms of government. He saw governments transitioning in a cycle from monarchy to tyranny to democracy and so on. To stabilize governments and slow this cycle, Polybius advocated for a mixed constitution that incorporated elements of different political principles, as seen in Sparta and the Roman Republic. He argued that such a balanced system could lend strength and prevent rapid changes in a state's political structure.
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Editor's Notes
- Learning Objectives: 1.) To understand Polybius’ conception of the causes of political change as outlined in his Histories 2.) To become familiar with Polybius’ ideas surrounding the mixed constitution 3.) To appreciate the differences between Polybius’ concept of the mixed constitution and Artistotle’s typology of governments. 4.) To become acquainted with Polybius’ ideas on integrity in public affairs 5.) To be able to situate Polybius political thought in the broader context of the development of the Roman Republic/Empire 6.) To engage in a critical examination of Polybius’ ideas, especially in relation to present-day realities