John Milton, Paradise Lost Quotes

A collection of quotes by John Milton, Paradise Lost.

John Milton was a renowned English poet and intellectual of the 17th century. Born on December 9, 1608, in London, he is best known for his epic poem, Paradise Lost, published in 1667. Milton's work explores complex themes of theology, politics, and the Fall of Man, depicting the biblical story of Adam and Eve's expulsion from the Garden of Eden. Alongside his literary achievements, Milton was an important political figure during the English Civil War and advocated for civil liberties and the freedom of the press. He died on November 8, 1674.

But wherefore thou alone? Wherefore with theeCame not all he

But wherefore thou alone? Wherefore with theeCame not all hell broke loose? Is pain to themLess pain, less to be fled, or thou than theyLess hardy to endure? Courageous chief,The first in flight from pain, hadst thou allegedTo thy deserted host this cause of flight,Thou surely hadst not come sole fugitive.

John Milton, Paradise Lost

Literary

Here at lastWe shall be free;the Almighty hath not builtHere

Here at lastWe shall be free;the Almighty hath not builtHere for his envy, will not drive us hence:Here we may reign secure, and in my choiceTo reign is worth ambition though in Hell:Better to reign in Hell, than serve in Heaven.

John Milton, Paradise Lost

Death

When the waves are round me breaking,As I pace the deck alon

When the waves are round me breaking,As I pace the deck alone,And my eye in vain is seekingSome green leaf to rest upon;What would not I give to wanderWhere my old companions dwell?Absence makes the heart grow fonder,Isle of Beauty, fare thee well!

John Milton, Paradise Lost

Reflection