Homeric Hymn 32 to Selene

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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This short epic hymn praises Selene, the goddess of the Moon in Greek mythology. The poet begins by calling upon the sweet-spoken Muses to sing of the brilliant goddess who shines in the heavens. It vividly describes Selene's breathtaking journey across the sky and the divine light with which she illuminates the earth. The poem also mentions her daughter, the beautiful Pandeia, whom she bore after uniting with Zeus. In conclusion, after offering a respectful greeting to the goddess, the poet declares his transition to singing of the deeds of the demigod heroes.