Literature and History Episode 7: Hesiod's Lands and Seasons (Hesiod's Works and Days)
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Feb 12, 2016 AI Snips
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Hesiod's Cosmic Order
- Hesiod's Works and Days emphasizes hard work and honesty throughout all seasons for communal prosperity.
- This cosmic order, intended by Zeus, governs human conduct and societal stability.
Hesiod Lectures Lazy Brother
- Hesiod delivered his wisdom in Works and Days by lecturing his lazy brother Percy's.
- The poem mixes myth, proverbs, and farming advice as a gruff, personal admonishment.
Myth Explains Human Hardships
- Myths like Prometheus and Pandora explain why life is hard due to divine punishments for human overreach.
- Hesiod’s tone remains rustic and casual even when telling grand mythic stories.