Hom. Il. V. 403 by George MacDonald
The Iliad Book V describes the battle between the Greeks and Trojans, with Achilles leading the charge for the Greeks. The book also introduces the character of Diomedes, who becomes a prominent figure in later books.
By George MacDonald · First published 1862 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Spiritual · 157 words
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If thou art tempted by a thought of ill, Crave not too soon for victory, nor deem Thou art a coward if thy safety seem To spring too little from a righteous will; For there is nightmare on thee, nor until Thy soul hath caught the morning's early gleam Seek thou to analyze the monstrous dream By painful introversion; rather fill Thine eye with forms thou knowest to be truth; But see thou cherish higher hope than this, -- hope hereafter that thou shall be fit Calm-eyed to face distortion, and to sit Transparent among other forms of youth Who own no impulse save to God and bliss.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1862 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Spiritual, Inspirational
- Length: 157 words
- Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, with a focus on rhythm and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Philosophical — The themes explore introspection, morality, and the nature of thoughts, which are central to philosophical inquiry.
- Spiritual — The text references God and higher spiritual aspirations, indicating a focus on spiritual themes.
- Inspirational — The content encourages self-improvement and hope, typical of inspirational literature.
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fantasy · adventure · mythology · heroism · quest · imagination · morality · friendship · courage · self-discovery · magic · narrative