The theoric funds were monies offered by the city of Athens to its penniless citizens so they could attend performances in the theatre during the great festivals.
The treasurer of the theoric fund was elected: he had the right to re-election. He was responsible for the handling of the theoric monies. He and the Council together controlled the earlier economic committees. For these reasons, it was quite a powerful post.
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