Exiles

/ˈɛɡˌzaɪlz/ noun

Definition

People forced to leave their home country or region, typically for political reasons, or the condition of being separated from one's homeland.

Etymology

From Latin 'exilium,' derived from 'exul' (banished person). The term has roots in ancient Roman practice of exiling political enemies. It evolved to describe any forced removal from one's homeland.

Kelly Says

Many of history's greatest artists, writers, and scientists were exiles—James Joyce, Voltaire, and Einstein created some of humanity's greatest work while banned from their homelands. Exile seemed to spark creativity precisely because displacement forced fresh perspectives.

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