Episodi

  • Samson Agonistes Section 6

    Samson Agonistes Section 6
    Apr 11 2026
    In which the fallen Champion, lamenting his lost strength and blindness, confesses the deep anguish and despair that torment both his body and soul despite his once miraculous temperance and divine favour. His discourse with a compassionate friend reveals a heart burdened with doubts of mercy and a fervent wish for swift release from unceasing misery, reflecting the sombre weight of forsaken glory and unrelenting pain.
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    15 min
  • Samson Agonistes Section 5

    Samson Agonistes Section 5
    Apr 7 2026
    In which the fallen Samson confesses his grievous errors and mourns the dishonour brought upon his God through his weakened faith and ill counsel, expressing a sombre hope for divine vindication against idolatry. The discourse between him, his Father, and the Chorus reveals a poignant struggle between penitence and despair, as they contemplate fate, forgiveness, and the frailty of mortal resolve.
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    8 min
  • Samson Agonistes Section 4

    Samson Agonistes Section 4
    Apr 3 2026
    In which the once-mighty Samson lies captive and blind, lamenting the grievous consequences of his own faltering faith and folly that led to his downfall, while a visiting man reflects mournfully on the frailty of mortal strength and the irony of divine gifts turned to sorrow. The discourse unfolds amid sorrowful recognition of past glories now faded, and the heavy shame cast upon Samson and his house by his enemies’ festal blasphemy.
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    19 min
  • Samson Agonistes Section 3

    Samson Agonistes Section 3
    Mar 30 2026
    In which the valiant Samson recounts the impassioned choices of his heart and the grievous consequences thereof, lamenting both the failure of Israel’s leaders to recognise divine providence and the stubborn ingratitude of his countrymen. Together with his Chorus, he reflects upon the justice of God’s ways and the intricate troubles of mortal understanding, as well as the heavy burdens attendant on deliverance and the frailty of human counsel.
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    15 min
  • Samson Agonistes Section 2

    Samson Agonistes Section 2
    Mar 26 2026
    In which the Chorus beholds Samson in a forlorn and dispirited state, lamenting the tragic shift from his former heroic might and renown to a grievous captivity compounded by blindness and despair. They approach with gentle sympathy and counsel, as Samson reflects on the frailty of friendship, the torment of his shame, and the folly of trusting deceitful love, while the Chorus advises moderation in self-reproach and wonders at the causes of his downfall.
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    12 min
  • Samson Agonistes Section 1

    Samson Agonistes Section 1
    Mar 22 2026
    In which Samson, confined and blind, muses solemnly upon his grievous condition, reflecting on the bitter contrast between his once-godlike strength and present imprisonment, while wrestling with thoughts of destiny, loss, and the burden of his own failings. In this somber solitude before the prison in Gaza, he seeks respite from the noisy festivities of his captors, grappling with the darkness that now envelops both his body and soul.
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    15 min
  • Samson Agonistes The Preface. The Argument. The Persons.

    Samson Agonistes The Preface. The Argument. The Persons.
    Mar 18 2026
    In which the nature and dignity of Tragedy are thoughtfully expounded, affirming its moral and cathartic purpose through the stirring of pity and fear, whilst acknowledging the ancient models and the careful structure observed in this dramatic poem. The argument presented introduces the grievous plight of Samson, depicting his captivity and blindness, the solace sought in companionship, and the solemn events culminating on a day set aside by his foes in thanksgiving.
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    11 min
  • Areopagitica Introduction

    Areopagitica Introduction
    Mar 14 2026
    In which the struggle betwixt outward conformity and the liberty of truth is pondered, emphasising the peril of rigid uniformity and the virtue of tolerating diverse Christian opinions that need not sunder the unity of spirit. The discourse moves to lament the harsh suppression of new voices in reformation, urging patient debate and warning against the perils of licensing, which risks silencing truth and favouring monopolistic interests under the guise of order.
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    14 min