The expression of democracy and prosperity in Athens

(1) Sovereignty lies with the people: the citizens' assembly is the highest organ of state power; The jury court belongs to all citizens; Athens politics is open to all citizens. (2) Rule by turns: All citizens are equal, and everyone has the right to participate in and discuss state affairs. In the mode of operation, the election by lottery is the best embodiment of this principle, that is, the election of national public officials is decided by lottery. (3) Power restriction: Parliament is an authority with legislative, administrative and judicial functions, which is restricted by the people's parliament and the jury court with direct and extensive participation of the people. (4) The supremacy of law: Athens strictly implements the rule of law and everyone is equal before the law. The Athenians regarded the Constitution as the supreme law, which was sacred and inviolable. (5) Civic awareness: Caring for Athens, participating in politics and taking turns to be in power are sacred things in the eyes of Athenians. The supremacy of the city-state and politics as the basis became the knowledge of the Athenians.