It was delivered in 346 BC and constitutes a political intervention of Demosthenes in favor of the Peace of Philocrates.
Just after the conclusion of the Peace of Philocrates, Philip II of Macedon passed Thermopylae, and subdued Phocis,[1] which was not helped by Athens.
However, Philip thought it proper to send letters to the states that had not been present, inviting them to assemble at Delphi so that they could ratify his election.
The invitation raised much ferment in the Athenian assembly, with many members indignant and opposed to Philips' election into the council.
Yet, despite some strong and continuing opposition,[4] Athens finally legitimised Philip's entrance into the Council of the League.