Quote by Euripides
Oh, if I had Orpheus' voice and poetry with which to move the Dark Maid and her Lord, I'd call you back, dear love, from the world below. I'd go down there for you. Charon or the grim King's dog could not prevent me then from carrying you up into the fields of light.
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Summary
In this quote, the speaker expresses a deep longing to be reunited with their lost love. The reference to Orpheus, the legendary poet and musician, showcases the speaker's desire for the ability to serenade and persuade the gods of the underworld to release their beloved. The speaker's determination is emphasized by their willingness to brave any obstacles, including Charon (the ferryman of the river Styx) or Hades' watchdog, to bring their love back to the realm of the living and into a world illuminated by joy and happiness.
By Euripides