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Title: The Old English Physiologus

Series Title: Yale Studies in English: LXIII

Note: Three short poems of the Exeter book: The panther, The whale, and The partridge; often ascribed to Cynewulf.

Note: Reading ease score: 60.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by David Starner, Ben Beasley and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team

Summary: "The Old English Physiologus" by Cynewulf is a collection of three poetic writings likely composed during the early medieval period. This work serves as a bestiary, offering moral and religious lessons derived from various creatures. Unlike typical bestiaries that include numerous animals, this text focuses on specific allegorical interpretations of a panther, a sea monster (asp-turtle), and a partridge, reflective of the era's fascination with nature's symbolism. The content revolves around the unique characteristics and lessons associated with each of the chosen animals. The panther, depicted as kind and enchanting, symbolizes Christ, with its beauty representing divine glory and the fragrance of redemption that draws followers to God. The asp-turtle, likened to a deceptive fiend, warns against the perils of temptation and the treachery of evil that ensnares the unwary. Lastly, the partridge serves as a metaphor for the soul's journey; just as the partridge raises chicks from stolen eggs, the narrative conveys a message about reclaiming one's true divine parentage. Each creature's portrayal not only engages the reader's imagination but also invites reflection on deeper spiritual truths embodied in the narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Cynewulf

Translator: Cook, Albert S. (Albert Stanburrough), 1853-1927

Translator: Pitman, James Hall, 1896-

EBook No.: 14529

Published: Dec 30, 2004

Downloads: 332

Language: English

Language: Old English

Subject: Exeter book

Subject: Bestiaries

Subject: Animals -- Folklore -- Early works to 1800

Subject: Didactic poetry, English (Old)

Subject: Animals -- Folklore -- Poetry

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Old English Physiologus

Series Title: Yale Studies in English: LXIII

Note: Three short poems of the Exeter book: The panther, The whale, and The partridge; often ascribed to Cynewulf.

Note: Reading ease score: 60.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by David Starner, Ben Beasley and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team

Summary: "The Old English Physiologus" by Cynewulf is a collection of three poetic writings likely composed during the early medieval period. This work serves as a bestiary, offering moral and religious lessons derived from various creatures. Unlike typical bestiaries that include numerous animals, this text focuses on specific allegorical interpretations of a panther, a sea monster (asp-turtle), and a partridge, reflective of the era's fascination with nature's symbolism. The content revolves around the unique characteristics and lessons associated with each of the chosen animals. The panther, depicted as kind and enchanting, symbolizes Christ, with its beauty representing divine glory and the fragrance of redemption that draws followers to God. The asp-turtle, likened to a deceptive fiend, warns against the perils of temptation and the treachery of evil that ensnares the unwary. Lastly, the partridge serves as a metaphor for the soul's journey; just as the partridge raises chicks from stolen eggs, the narrative conveys a message about reclaiming one's true divine parentage. Each creature's portrayal not only engages the reader's imagination but also invites reflection on deeper spiritual truths embodied in the narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Cynewulf

Translator: Cook, Albert S. (Albert Stanburrough), 1853-1927

Translator: Pitman, James Hall, 1896-

EBook No.: 14529

Published: Dec 30, 2004

Downloads: 332

Language: English

Language: Old English

Subject: Exeter book

Subject: Bestiaries

Subject: Animals -- Folklore -- Early works to 1800

Subject: Didactic poetry, English (Old)

Subject: Animals -- Folklore -- Poetry

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.