Propertius References Flashcards
Who is Tullus in poem 1.1?
Friend of Propertius, probably nephew of Tullus who was in consul in 33BC with Octavian. Family is rich and powerful, may have come from same part of Italy as Propertius, poem is dedicated to Tullus.
Who is Milanion in poem 1.1?
Mythological suitor of Atalanta who married her. Came from Arcadia sometimes known as Hippomenes. In this version Milanion was wounded by brand yielded by centaur Hylaeus who attacked Atalanta, injury convinced Atalanta of his love for her.
Who is Iasidos in poem 1.1?
Atalanta daughter of Iasus and Clymene, huntress raised by she bear on Mount Parthenius known for quick running.
What is Parthenian in poem 1.1?
Mount Parthenius, mountain in Arcadia.
Who is Hylaeus in poem 1.1?
One of two centaurs who tried to violate Atalanta.
What is Arcadian in poem 1.1?
Mountainous region of Southern Greece in Peloponnese, home of Atalanta, wild animals and centaurs.
What is Cytinean in poem 1.1?
Town in Colchis birthplace of Medea, location of golden fleece, real place on eastern coast of Black sea the reference refers to mythological Colchis effectively eastern edge of mythological world.
What is knife and savage fires in poem 1.1?
Instruments of surgery.
Who is the god in poem 1.1?
Cupid.
Who is Cnosian in poem 2.12?
Ancient capital of Crete, known for excellent archers.
Who is Tantalus in poem 2.17?
Punished by gods for serving son Pelops a meal - had to stand in pool of water beneath fruit tree with low branches, whenever he reached for fruit branches raised from his grasp, whenever he bent to get water it receded before he reached it.
Who is Sisyphus in poem 2.17?
King of Corinth, punished for hubris and tricking gods, forced to rob an immense boulder up hill only to watch it roll back down repeating this action for eternity.
Who is Diana in poem 2.19?
Roman goddess of hunting.
Why is the fir tree important in poem 2.19?
Sacred to Diana.
What is Clitumnus in poem 2.19?
River in Umbria in central Italy, valley known for springs, brooks, groves of poplar tress and white cattle.
