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Dion (408-354 BC), tyrant of Syracuse in Sicily, was the son of Hipparinus, and brother-in-law of Dionysius I of Syracuse. more...

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His Family

Dion was the son of the Syracusan statesman Hipparinus, who had assisted the despot Dionysius I, in the Syracusan army. Hipparinus' other children were Megacles and Aristomache. Aristomache married the despot Dionysius I, who married the Locrian Doris simultaneously. Although Dion's sister was beloved by her fellow Syracusans, it was Doris who had the heir (Dionysius II). Aristomache had four children. Among them, Sophrosyne married the younger Dionysius whereas Arete ended married, to Dion (whose son was Hipparinus).

The Despot's Closest Adviser

Dion was so close to the elder despot that he was commended, to the most important assignments. Particularly, Dion excelled managing the embassies, which dealt with the warring Carthage. The despot was quite satisfied with Dion's adviser role so, eventually, Dion was authorized to take money unrestrainedly, right from the realm's treasury. Only, the despot demanded, to be informed daily, after such extractions. Thus, Dion became extremely rich and his residence was magnificently rich. Nonetheless, Dion durst criticizing the despot in some occasions.

Admiring the Athenian Philosopher

Since his early life, Dion had excelled by his intellectual formation. Thus, he didn't miss the chance, convincing the despot, so Plato (who was visiting the Italian peninsula) was invited, to Syracuse. Immediately, Dion integrated into this philosophical school, excelling amongst the other disciples.

Then, Dion used every effort to inculcate the maxims of his master in the mind of the tyrant. Once, Dion invited the despot so he assisted to a conference of the celebrated Athenian philosopher. However, Dionysius was offended by the philosopher (who was speaking against the tyrannical leaders, in general). This ensued in a quarrel, after which the despot ordered the assassination of the philosopher (who ended sold, thus, as an Athenian slave, at Aegina). Nonetheless, between Dion and the despot, the relationship continued normally.

About the Secession

Dionysius was in his deathbed when Dion attempted discussing the succession (in his Syracusan sister's behalf) with him. The attempt was intercepted by the doctors (who attempted ingratiating, with the younger Dionysius, who was the natural heir). Then, (deliberately) he narcotized his father, who was unable to utter other word, before passing away.

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