To become a member of Athens' Council of 500 (Boule), a man had to be a citizen of Athens, at least 30 years old, and selected by lot from among the eligible citizens. Each tribe in Athens contributed a certain number of representatives, and the selection process aimed to ensure a diverse representation of the population. Once chosen, members served for a term of one year and could not serve again for ten years, promoting a system of rotation among citizens.
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