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Stobaeus, Volume I
John Stobaeus · Diotimos Editions · 2026
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At a Glance
- The wordKlēros is a lot or allotted share.
- In StobaeusThe interpretation of the Fates connects Lachesis with the lot assigned to each according to justice.
- In this edition“Lot” preserves the traditional expression; “allotted share” prevents an automatic inference of randomness.
- A place to beginThe lot received by each explains the name Lachesis.
- English renderings
- lot; allotted share
Meaning
Klēros is a lot or allotted share. Depending on context it can name an instrument of allocation or the portion received.
Use in the book
The interpretation of the Fates connects Lachesis with the lot assigned to each according to justice. The emphasis is on the distributed share and its ordering, not necessarily a random draw. The etymological explanation gives the divine name a doctrinal role.
Places to read
- I.5.15dThe lot received by each explains the name Lachesis.
Translation in this edition
“Lot” preserves the traditional expression; “allotted share” prevents an automatic inference of randomness.
Source note
Wachsmuth, volume I, printed pp. 79. The name-based explanation is part of the ancient argument; the name itself does not independently prove the doctrine of fate.