Source edition
Anonymous. Hesiod, The Homeric Hymns and Homerica. Evelyn-White, Hugh G., editor. London: William Heinmann; New York: The Macmillan Co., 1914.
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Summary
This short epic hymn is dedicated to Helios, the Greek sun god, celebrating his divine presence and passage through the sky. The poem begins with an invocation to the Muse, tracing Helios's noble lineage as the son of Hyperion and Euryphaessa. It vividly describes his majestic and radiant appearance as he wears a golden helmet and drives his chariot across the heavens. His brilliant light illuminates both the earth and the sky, dispelling the darkness with divine splendor. In conclusion, the poet offers a prayer for the god's favor and gracefully transitions to the upcoming songs celebrating the demigods.
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