Aglaus
Ancient Greek citizen of Psophis
About Aglaus
Aglaus was a semi-mythological poor citizen of Psophis in Arcadia. When King Gyges, king of Lydia asked the Delphic oracle whether any man was happier than he was, the oracle pronounced Aglaus to be happier on account of his contentedness. Pausanias places Aglaus in the time of Croesus.
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Who was Aglaus?
ancient Greek citizen of Psophis
When did Aglaus die?
Aglaus died in Arcadia (regional unit).
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Aglaus. https://biography.guide/aglaus/
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