The term 'Lawgiver of Old' refers to the ancient Athenian statesman SOLON (5 letters). He was an influential political figure in the 6th century BC, credited with laying the foundations for Athenian democracy. He is best known for his reforms to the legal and political systems of Athens, which included the establishment of a new code of laws that were written down and publicly displayed. He also abolished debt slavery and established a system of government based on the rule of law. His reforms are seen as a major milestone in the development of democracy in Ancient Greece.