A Hymn to Castor and Pollux

by Homer — a poem card from Justes Mots

A classical hymn honoring Castor and Pollux, the twin sons of Zeus and Leda, celebrating their renowned skill as horsemen and warriors. This brief invocation praises their divine heritage and martial excellence. Suitable for framing and those interested in classical mythology and heroic virtues.

Castor and Pollux, the Tyndarides,
Sweet Muse illustrate; that their essences
Fetch from the high forms of Olympian Jove,
And were the fair fruits of bright Leda’s love,
Which she produc’d beneath the sacred shade
Of steep Taygetus, being subdu’d, and made
To serve th’ affections of the Thunderer.
And so all grace to you, whom all aver…

Themes: birthday · friendship · encouragement