CLA160H1 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Dactylic Hexameter, Epithets In Homer, Homeric Greek

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Dactylic hexameter: rhythm of one long syllable followed by two short syllables. All greek poetry is based around syllable lengths (long or short) With very few exceptions ancient epic is always written in dactylic hexameter. Meter: rhythmical form and structure of poetry. Ancient poetry is generally substantial in length, very long. Any poetry in the ancient world, especially in the greek world, that is written in dactylic hexameter and that is of substantial length is considered epic Sometimes include didactic epics such as hesiod"s works and days. Hesiod is trying to teach his brother on how to be a good farmer. Term epic is used more broadly in the ancient world than used in. Serious treatment of gods and heroes modern thought. Aristotle noted that homer always represented individuals who are greater than us Depictions of bards performing within epic poems. The epic representing itself within its text. Always of people of importance, of gods and heroes.

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