The Complaints in Egypt in the Byzantine period according to the the papyri (from 284 AD.- to 641 AD.) (original) (raw)

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The paper explores the nature and implications of complaints in Egypt during the Byzantine period, using papyri as primary sources. It categorizes the types of complaints, such as family disputes and societal grievances, examines the procedures for submitting complaints to officials, and investigates the political and social context of the time, particularly during the Persian occupation. The research reveals insights into the legal framework, social dynamics, and the emotional undertones in the complaints, highlighting the complexities of life in Byzantine Egypt.