The Mystical Hymns of Orpheus

The Mystical Hymns of Orpheus, written by Thomas Taylor, is a comprehensive collection of hymns and fragments attributed to the ancient Greek poet and musician Orpheus. The book contains a total of 87 hymns that are believed to have been written by Orpheus, who was known for his ability to charm animals and even the gods with his music. The hymns are written in a mystical and esoteric style, and they cover a wide range of topics, including the creation of the universe, the nature of the gods, and the soul's journey after death. The book also includes a detailed introduction by Taylor, in which he provides background information on Orpheus and his role in ancient Greek religion and philosophy.Overall, The Mystical Hymns of Orpheus is a fascinating and insightful read for anyone interested in ancient Greek spirituality, mythology, and philosophy. The hymns themselves are beautifully written and offer a unique perspective on the ancient Greek worldview, while Taylor's commentary provides valuable context and interpretation.1824. This work was translated from the Greek and demonstrated to be the invocation which were used in the Eleusinian Mysteries, with considerable emendations, alterations and additions. These hymns were originally written by Orpheus in Greek and when literally translated into English, lose much of their propriety and force. In their native tongue, they diffuse their sweets with full blown elegance and the translator has attempted to infuse some of this sweetness into the English translation. Due to the age of the facsimile we reproduced, some pages are faded or spotty, but the antiquity and beauty of the work are well worth reading.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. Read more