Aeschylus Quote by Aeschylus
““Αἰσχύλον Εὐφορίωνος Ἀθηναῖον τόδε κεύθει μνῆμα καταφθίμενον πυροφόροιο Γέλας· ἀλκὴν δ' εὐδόκιμον Μαραθώνιον ἄλσος ἂν εἴποι καὶ βαθυχαιτήεις Μῆδος ἐπιστάμενο This gravestone covers Aeschylus, son of Euphorion, from Athens, who died in fertile Gela. The field of Marathon will speak of his bravery, and so will the long haired Mede who knew it well.””
About This Quote
Source Inscription: Gravestone, unknown location, ancient Greek
The epitaph honors a fallen Athenian warrior, linking his bravery to the historic Marathon and a prophetic Mede figure.
In simple terms: A tribute to a brave soldier and his legacy.
Key Takeaway
Remember the impact of heroic deeds.
Themes
honor
legacy
history
Mood
reflective
reverent
Type
historical
memorial
When to use this quote
- memorial visits
- historical research
- cultural education
Key Concepts
heroism
memory
prophecy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does remembering past heroes shape our values?
- What can we learn from ancient memorials?
A Different Perspective
Limited context may obscure full meaning.
