Definition

A group of people gathered for religious worship or a political assembly in ancient Greece.

Example

The ecclesia met to discuss important matters of the city-state.

Conversation

Have you ever attended an ecclesia meeting in ancient Greece?

No, I haven't, but I've read that it was quite important for citizens.

Yeah, they gathered to discuss laws and make decisions at the ecclesia.

That sounds fascinating! I wish we had something similar today.

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Root Explanation

Ecclesia is derived from the Greek "ekklēsia" (ἐκκλησία), which is formed from "ek-" (meaning out) and "kalein" (meaning to call). The term originally referred to an assembly or gathering of people called out for a specific purpose, particularly in a religious context.

Memory Tip

Imagine a group of people 'called out' ('ek-') to gather for a purpose, which helps you remember that 'ecclesia' refers to an assembly, especially in a religious setting.

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