A Hymn to Lion-Hearted Hercules

by Homer — a poem card from Justes Mots

A classical hymn celebrating Hercules (Alcides), son of Jupiter, honoring his legendary strength and labors while invoking his blessing for virtue and happiness. Derived from Homer's Homeric Hymns, this work exemplifies ancient Greek reverence for heroic achievement and divine patronage. Suitable for those seeking inspiration from classical heroism or classical literary framing.

Alcides, forcefullest of all the brood
Of men enforc’d with need of earthy food,
My Muse shall memorise; the son of Jove,
Whom, in fair-seated Thebes (commix’d in love
With great heaven’s sable-cloud-assembling State)
Alcmena bore to him; and who, in date
Of days forepast, through all the sea was sent,
And Earth’s inenarrable continent,…

Themes: birthday · friendship · encouragement · reflection