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Pythias
In Greek mythology, Pythias was a friend of Damon's.
Dionysius condemned Pythias to death. He allowed Pythias to leave to settle his affairs first, as long as Damon, Pythias' friend, agreed to stay as hostage. Damon did so. When Pythias returned as promised, Dionysius let them both go.
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