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https://clasp.ell.ox.ac.uk/poem/ALDHELM.CarmVirg
Author
Aldhelm
Title
Carmen de uirginitate
Language
Latin
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R. Ehwald, Aldhelmi Opera, MGH, AA 15 (Berlin, 1919), 350-471
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ALDHELM.CarmVirg

Carmen de uirginitate, praefatio

CdVP 1. Metrica tirones nunc promant carmina castoS Metrica tirones nunc promant carmina castoS
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: g, pat: DDSD
May metrical verses now acclaim chaste recruits
CdVP 2. Et laudem capiat quadrato cardine uirgO. Et laudem capiat quadrato cardine uirgO.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
and let the virgin receive praise from the four cardinal points!
CdVP 3. Trinus in arce Deus, qui pollens saecla creauiT, Trinus in arce Deus, qui pollens saecla creauiT,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: f, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Let the threefold God on high, who mightily created the world,
CdVP 4. Regnator mundi regnans in sedibus altiS Regnator mundi regnans in sedibus altiS
SSSS

sa: 2\3, ca: f, pa: p, oa: p, ma: p, ha: Y, pat: abVBA
the ruler of the earth, ruling in his lofty throne,
CdVP 5. Indigno conferre mihi dignetur in aethrA Indigno cofferre mihi dignetur in aethrA
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
deign to confer on unworthy me peace in heaven
CdVP 6. Cum sanctis requiem, quos laudo uersibus istiC. Cum sanctis requiem, quos laudo uersibus istiC.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: l, oa: l, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
among the saints whom I praise right here in verse.
CdVP 7. Arbiter altithronus, qui seruat sceptra supernA, Arbiter altithronus, qui seruat sceptra supernA,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: f, pat: DSSS
The high-throned judge, who maintains the rule above,
CdVP 8. Tradidit his caeli per sudum scandere limeN Tradidit his caeli per sudum scandere limeN
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: SDSS
granted to them to ascend through the cloudless threshold
CdVP 9. Inter sanctorum cuneos, qui laude perennI Inter sanctorum cuneos, qui laude perennI
SSDS

sa: 3\2, ca: v, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: V, ha: Y
among the ranks of saints, who with perpetual praise
CdVP 10. Rite glorificant moderantem regna TonanteM Rite glorificant moderantem regna TonanteM
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSDS
rightly glorify the Thunderer governing his kingdom.
CdVP 11. Omnitenens dominus, mundi formator et auctoR, Omnitenens dominus, mundi formator et auctoR,
DDSS

sa: 3\2, ca: c, oa: n, ma: nc, ha: Y
Lord, owning all, shaper, and maker of the world,
CdVP 12. Nobis pauperibus confer suffragia certA Nobis pauperibus coffer suffragia certA
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: pV, pa: pc, oa: pV, ma: Y, gl: AbBaV, pat: DDSS
confer on us wretches certain assistance
CdVP 13. Et ne concedas trudendos hostibus istinC, Et ne concedas trudendos hostibus istinC,
SSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: g, oa: g, ma: g, ha: Y, pat: avbBA
and do not leave us to be thrust back from right there to enemies,
CdVP 14. Sed magis exiguos defendens dextera tangaT, Sed magis exiguos defendens dextera tangaT,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
but rather, may your protecting right hand touch the needy,
CdVP 15. Ne praedo pellax caelorum claudere limeN Ne praedo pellax caelorum claudere limeN
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: cr, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
lest the deceitful despoiler be able to close off the heavens’ threshold,
CdVP 16. Vel sanctos ualeat noxarum fallere scenA, Vel sanctos ualeat noxarum fallere scenA,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, pat: DSSS
or to mislead the saints with a show of transgressions;
CdVP 17. Ne fur strofosus foueam detrudat in atraM, Ne fur strofosus foueam detrudat in atraM,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: pc, pa: Vc, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
or lest the devious thief thrust down into the dark pit
CdVP 18. Conditor a summo quos Christus seruat OlimpO, Conditor a summo quos Christus seruat OlimpO,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: aBvAb, pat: DSDS
those whom Christ, the founder, protects from loftiest Olympus,
CdVP 19. Pastor ouile tuens, ne possit rabula raptoR Pastor ouile tuens, ne possit rabula raptoR
DDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: l, oa: pl, ha: Y
as a shepherd watching over his fold, lest the ranting robber
CdVP 20. Regales uastans caulas bis dicere puppuP, Regales uastans caulas bis dicere puppuP,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m?, fs: 3\2, pa: s, e: h, pat: SDDS
ravaging the royal folds be able to say ‘puppup’ twice,
CdVP 21. Omnia sed custos defendat ouilia iam nunC. Omnia sed custos defendat ouilia iam nunC.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: v, pat: SDDS
but may the guard defend all the sheepfolds even now.
CdVP 22. Maxima, praecipuum quae gestas numine nomeN, Maxima, praecipuum quae gestas numine nomeN,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SSSS
Mightiest mother, you who carry that exalted name by divine right,
CdVP 23. Addere suffragium mater dignare precatV! Addere suffragium mater dignare precatV!
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: r, pat: DDSS
may you deign to add your aid through prayer.
CdVP 24. Nam tu perpetuum prompsisti lumine lumeN, Nam tu perpetuum prompsisti lumine lumeN,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: nc, pa: c, oa: nc, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
For you brought forth everlasting light from light,
CdVP 25. Titan quem clamant sacro spiramine uateS, Titan quem clamant sacro spiramine uateS,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: s, pat: SDDS
which the prophets call Titan in holy inspiration,
CdVP 26. Cuius per mundum iubar alto splendet ab axE Cuius per mundum iubar alto splendet ab axE
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: l, pat: DSSS
whose brilliance radiates from high heaven throughout the world
CdVP 27. Atque polos pariter replet uibramine fulmeN: Atque polos pariter replet uibramine fulmeN:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, pa: d, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
and whose lightning likewise fills the skies with coruscation:
CdVP 28. Rex regum et princeps populorum dictus ab aeuO Rex regum et princeps populorum dictus ab aeuO
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: d, pa: V, oa: Vd, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the one called King of Kings and Prince of peoples throughout all time,
CdVP 29. Magnus de magno, de rerum regmine rectoR. Magnus de magno, de rerum regmine rectoR.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: v, e: m, pat: SSSS
great from greatness, ruler from his universal rule:
CdVP 30. Illum nec terrae nec possunt cingere caelI Illum nec terrae nec possunt cingere caelI
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DDDS
neither lands nor heavens can encompass him,
CdVP 31. Nec mare nauigerum spumoso gurgite uallaT Nec mare nauigerum spumoso gurgite uallaT
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
nor does the ship-bearing sea enclose him with its foaming surge,
CdVP 32. Aut zonae mundi, quae stipant aethera celsA. Aut zonae mundi, quae stipant aethera celsA.
SSSS

sa: 4\2, oa: c
nor the girdles of the universe, which hem in the high heavens.
CdVP 33. Clarorum uitam, qui castis moribus istiC Clarorum uitam, qui castis moribus istiC
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: p, pa: vp, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
But it is the lives of the famous, who thrived with perpetual flowering
CdVP 34. Auxiliante Deo uernabant flore perennI, Auxiliante Deo uernabant flore perennI,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: cp, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and God’s help right here in their chaste manners,
CdVP 35. Sanctis aggrediar studiis edicere paupeR, Sanctis aggrediar studiis edicere paupeR,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: cp, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
that I, a wretch, shall proceed in these sainted endeavours
CdVP 36. Tanta tamen digne si pauper praemia prodaT, Tanta tamen digne si pauper praemia prodaT,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: sV, pa: sp, oa: sV, ma: Y, gl: BCVAa, pat: DSSS
to spell out, if indeed a wretch can worthily set forth such great attainments
CdVP 37. Omnia cum nullus uerbis explanet apertE. Omnia cum nullus uerbis explanet apertE.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DDSS
when none may explain all things clearly in words:
CdV 38. SOTSAC ANIMRAC TNAMORP CNVN SENORIT ACIRTEM SOTSAC ANIMRAC TNAMORP CNVN SENORIT ACIRTEM
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: s, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: s, pat: SDDS
SOTSAC ANIMRAC TNAMORP CNVN SENORIT ACIRTEM.

Carmen de uirginitate

CdV 1. Omnipotens genitor mundum dicione gubernans, Omnipotens genitor mundum dicione gubernans,
DDSS

sa: 5\2
Almighty Father, governing the world with your say-so,
CdV 2. Lucida stelligeri qui condis culmina caeli, Lucida stelligeri qui condis culmina caeli,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: BVAa, pat: DSSS
you who sets up the shining heights of the starry sky,
CdV 3. Necnon telluris formans fundamina uerbo, Necnon telluris formans fundamina uerbo,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: AVBb, pat: SSSS
also shaping the earth’s foundations with your word;
CdV 4. Pallida purpureo pingis qui flore uirecta; Pallida purpureo pingis qui flore uirecta;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
you who paint the pale greenery with rosy bloom,
CdV 5. Sic quoque fluctiuagi refrenans caerula ponti, Sic quoque fluctiuagi refrenans caerula ponti,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: c, ca: c, pat: SDSS
and also hold back the sapphire surface of the wave-wandering deep
CdV 6. Mergere ne ualeant terrarum litora limphis, Mergere ne ualeant terrarum litora limphis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
lest they are able to drown the lands’ shores in their streams,
CdV 7. Sed tumidos frangant fluctus obstacula rupis, Sed tumidos frangant fluctus obstacula rupis,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abVAB, pat: SDSS
but instead, the rocky obstacles may break the swollen waves;
CdV 8. Aruorum gelido qui cultus fonte rigabis Aruorum gelido qui cultus fonte rigabis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
who will water the crops of the ploughed fields with a cooling spring
CdV 9. Et segetum glumas nimbosis imbribus auges; Et segetum glumas nimbosis imbribus auges;
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: cp, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: ABVab, pat: DDSS
and swells the corn’s husks with cloudy showers,
CdV 10. Qui latebras mundi geminato sidere demis: Qui latebras mundi geminato sidere demis:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: d, gl: BaVAC, pat: DSSS
who removes the earth’s hiding places through twin stars
CdV 11. Nempe diem Titan et noctem Cynthia comit; Nempe diem Titan et noctem Cynthia comit;
DDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: s, oa: sc, ma: s, ha: Y, pat: AbVCB
(which is to say that Titan decorates the day and Cynthia the night),
CdV 12. Piscibus aequoreos qui campos pinguibus ornas Piscibus aequoreos qui campos pinguibus ornas
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: aBVAC, pat: DDSS
who adorns the oceanic fields with fat fish
CdV 13. Squamigeras formans in glauco gurgite turmas; Squamigeras formans in glauco gurgite turmas;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, gl: aAVBb, pat: SDSS
forming scaly squadrons in the grey flood;
CdV 14. Limpida praepetibus sic complens aera cateruis, Limpida praepetibus sic complens aera cateruis,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, pa: p, gl: aAVBC, pat: SDDD
likewise filling the clear air with swiftly-flying flocks,
CdV 15. Garrula quae rostris resonantes cantica pipant Garrula quae rostris resonantes cantica pipant
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\2, sa: v, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, pat: DDSS
that chirrup chattering songs, piping with their beaks,
CdV 16. Atque creatorem diuersa uoce fatentur: Atque creatorem diuersa uoce fatentur:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: SDSS
and proclaim the creator with varied voices;
CdV 17. Da pius auxilium clemens, ut carmine possim Da pius auxilium clemens, ut carmine possim
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: n, gl: AabCB, pat: SDDD
you, kindly and merciful, grant me aid that by my verse
CdV 18. Inclita sanctorum modulari gesta priorum, Inclita sanctorum modulari gesta priorum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, pa: v, ma: Y, gl: AabVB, pat: DSSS
I may be able to sing the famed deeds of saints of old,
CdV 19. Vt prius ex prosa laudabat littera castos; Vt prius ex prosa laudabat littera castos;
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: AabBV, pat: DSSS
as previously my writing praised the chaste in prose.
CdV 20. Sic modo heroica stipulentur carmina laudem, Sic modo heroica stipulentur carmina laudem,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
So now let heroic verses pile up their praise,
CdV 21. Vt fasti seriem memini dixisse priorem Vt fasti seriem memini dixisse priorem
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: vV?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
as I remember the previous sequence of my book to have said,
CdV 22. Et dudum prompsit uoto spondente libellus! Et dudum prompsit uoto spondente libellus!
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
and as my little book once proclaimed, in the keeping of a promise.
CdV 23. Non rogo ruricolas uersus et commata Musas Non rogo ruricolas uersus et commata Musas
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, e: h, pat: SSSS
I do not ask for verses and phrases from the rustic Muses,
CdV 24. Nec peto Castalidas metrorum cantica nimphas, Nec peto Castalidas metrorum cantica nimphas,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pa: Vv, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, gl: aVbBA, pat: SSSS
nor do I seek songs in metres from the Castalian nymphs
CdV 25. Quas dicunt Elicona iugum seruare supernum, Quas dicunt Elicona iugum seruare supernum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: l, ta: V, pa: cV, ma: Y, e: ?, gl: AbVaB, pat: SDSS
who, they say, keep the lofty peak of Helicon;
CdV 26. Nec precor, ut Phoebus linguam sermone loquacem Nec precor, ut Phoebus linguam sermone loquacem
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: n, e: m, pat: SSSS
nor do I request that Phoebus, whom Latona, his mother, bore on Delos,
CdV 27. Dedat, quem Delo peperit Latona creatrix; Dedat, quem Delo peperit Latona creatrix;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
may grant me a tongue, loquacious in speech;
CdV 28. Versibus infandis non umquam dicere dignor, Versibus infandis non umquam dicere dignor,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, pat: SSSS
I do not ever deign to utter in unspeakable verses,
CdV 29. Vt quondam argutus fertur dixisse poeta: Vt quondam argutus fertur dixisse poeta:
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: pc, ta: pc, pa: pc, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
as once a subtle poet is said to have proclaimed:
CdV 30. “Pandite nunc Elicona, deae, cantusque mouete!” “Pandite nunc Elicona, deae, cantusque mouete!”
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: p, pa: cp, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
‘Open up Helicon now, goddesses, and stir my songs!’
CdV 31. Sed potius nitar precibus pulsare Tonantem, Sed potius nitar precibus pulsare Tonantem,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: m, ta: m, pa: m, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
But I shall rather strive to stir through prayers the Thunderer,
CdV 32. Qui nobis placidi confert oracula uerbi; Qui nobis placidi coffert oracula uerbi;
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
who confers upon us the revelations of the gentle Word
CdV 33. Verbum de uerbo peto: hoc psalmista canebat Verbum de uerbo peto: hoc psalmista canebat
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: mV, oa: m, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
I seek a word from the Word: this is what the psalmist sang,
CdV 34. Corde patris genitum; quod proles unica constat, Corde patris genitum; quod proles unica constat,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vv, pa: v, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
engendered in the Father’s heart, that which is his only Son,
CdV 35. Quo pater omnipotens per mundum cuncta creauit. Quo pater omnipotens per mundum cuncta creauit.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
by which the Father Almighty created all things throughout the world.
CdV 36. Sic patris et prolis dignetur spiritus almus Sic patris et prolis dignetur spiritus almus
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSS
So may the kindly spirit of the Father and the Son
CdV 37. Auxilium fragili clementer dedere seruo: Auxilium fragili clementer dedere seruo:
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: V, pat: SDSS
mercifully deign to grant aid to a frail servant.
CdV 38. Est namque in deitate manens substantia simplex, Est namque in deitate manens substantia simplex,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
For in the godhead there is remaining a single essence;
CdV 39. In deitate manet quoque subsistentia triplex; In deitate manet quoque subsistentia triplex;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ta: V, pa: V, ma: Y, gl: aaVbB, pat: DSSS
in the godhead there also remain a threefold existence.
CdV 40. Proprietas ergo credatur nomine trino, Proprietas ergo credatur nomine trino,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
The peculiarity may therefore be believed in a triple name,
CdV 41. Maiestas uero dicatur nomine simplo! Maiestas uero dicatur nomine simplo!
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, oa: vf, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
but let the majesty power be spoken of in a single name!
CdV 42. Namque fides cogit personas credere trinas, Namque fides cogit personas credere trinas,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSSS
For faith compels us to believe in a triple personage,
CdV 43. Sed natura Dei, caeli praeclara creatrix, Sed natura Dei, caeli praeclara creatrix,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
but the nature of God, the outstanding creator of heaven,
CdV 44. Omnia regnando dispensat saecula simplex. Omnia regnando dispensat saecula simplex.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
by ruling as one manages all the ages.
CdV 45. En promissa nouo scribantur carmina uersu! En promissa nouo scribantur carmina uersu!
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: r, pa: r, oa: r, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Behold, let the promised songs be inscribed in new verse!
CdV 46. Garrula uirgineas depromat pagina laudes Garrula uirgineas depromat pagina laudes
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SDSS
Let the chattering page issue forth virginal praise,
CdV 47. Colaque cum pedibus pergant et commata ternis: Colaque cum pedibus pergant et commata ternis:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: cm, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and let the clauses and phrases of the verse proceed on threefold feet:
CdV 48. Dactilus excepto decurrat fine metrorum, Dactilus excepto decurrat fine metrorum,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: t, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
let the dactyl run on except at the end of verses,
CdV 49. Spondei quintam contemnat sillaba partem; Spondei quintam contemnat sillaba partem;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
but let the spondee’s syllable stay away from the fifth part;
CdV 50. Vltima sic trochei concludat littera uersum, Vltima sic trochei concludat littera uersum,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: SSSS
in this way let the final writing of a trochee finish off the verse,
CdV 51. Extremus iugiter qui gaudet calce teneri. Extremus iugiter qui gaudet calce teneri.
SDDD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SDSS
the one that, always last, is happy to be kept to the end.
CdV 52. Sic ternis pedibus properent epigrammata metri! Sic ternis pedibus properent epigrammata metri!
DDSS

fs: 4d, sa: 2\3, oa: s
In this way let the metrical inscriptions proceed on threefold feet!
CdV 53. Nec tibi difficile prorsus quicquam arbitror esse, Nec tibi difficile prorsus quicquam arbitror esse,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: CAaBb, pat: SSDD
Nor, of course, do I reckon anything to be difficult for you
CdV 54. Qui crebris uicibus naturae iura relaxas. Qui crebris uicibus naturae iura relaxas.
SDDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: sc, pa: c, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
who relax the laws of nature with frequent changes.
CdV 55. Nam nobis rudibus ueterum monumenta librorum Nam nobis rudibus ueterum monumenta librorum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, pa: Vs, ma: Y, gl: aCVAB, pat: SDSD
For the monuments of ancient books bear witness to us novices
CdV 56. Vocibus humanis fantem testantur asellam, Vocibus humanis fantem testantur asellam,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: c, pa: l, oa: l, ma: Y, gl: avbAB, pat: DSSS
the little ass speaking with human voice,
CdV 57. Garrula quae pridem bombosa fauce rudebat, Garrula quae pridem bombosa fauce rudebat,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, gl: abVAB, pat: SDSS
the one that previously used to prattle on with braying throat,
CdV 58. Deuotaturus populum cum pergere uatis Deuotaturus populum cum pergere uatis
DSSS

sa: 3\2
when a prophet about to curse the people wanted to proceed
CdV 59. Vellet et insontem uerborum sternere telis. Vellet et insontem uerborum sternere telis.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: vf, ta: v, pa: vf, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
and lay low the innocent ass with darts of words.
CdV 60. Plus igitur conferre mihi te posse fatebor, Plus igitur cofferre mihi te posse fatebor,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: p, pat: SSSS
So I openly say that you can confer on me poetic power,
CdV 61. Qui in me terrenam dignaris condere formam Qui in me terrenam dignaris condere formam
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: l, pa: l, ma: Y, gl: aAvBb, pat: SSSS
you, who deign to form a shape of earth and inspire this
CdV 62. Et brutum inspiras uitali flamine pectus, Et brutum inspiras uitali flamine pectus,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
brute chest with vital breath,
CdV 63. Qui corda ingeniis ornas et labra loquelis, Qui corda ingeniis ornas et labra loquelis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, gl: AbVaB, pat: DDSS
who augment minds with skills and lips with words,
CdV 64. Nequiquam ut nullus sermonum plectra resoluat Nequiquam ut nullus sermonum plectra resoluat
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, pat: SSSD
so that for no purpose no one lets loose the strumming of speech
CdV 65. Et fidibus citharae moduletur carmina Christo. Et fidibus citharae moduletur carmina Christo.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: c, pat: DSSS
or plays songs to Christ on the harp’s strings in songs.
CdV 66. Si uero quisquam chordarum respuit odas Si uero quisquam chordarum respuit odas
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSS
But if indeed, anyone rejects the songs of the lyre’s chords
CdV 67. Et potiora cupit, quam pulset pectine chordas, Et potiora cupit, quam pulset pectine chordas,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: V?, ca: V, ta: V?, pa: Vs, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
and desires something better than to pluck the chords with a plectrum
CdV 68. Quis psalmista pius psallebat cantibus olim, Quis psalmista pius psallebat cantibus olim,
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
with which the pious Psalmist once accompanied the psalms,
CdV 69. Ac mentem magno gestit modulamine pasci Ac mentem magno gestit modulamine pasci
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: cV?, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and is keen to feed the mind with a mighty melody
CdV 70. Et cantu gracili refugit contentus adesse: Et cantu gracili refugit contentus adesse:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and refuses to be content with lissom song,
CdV 71. Maxima millenis auscultans organa flabris Maxima millenis auscultans organa flabris
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: v, oa: V, ha: Y
let that man, hearing the greatest instruments
CdV 72. Mulceat auditum uentosis follibus iste, Mulceat auditum uentosis follibus iste,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
with a thousandfold blast, delight his hearing with windy bellows,
CdV 73. Quamlibet auratis fulgescant cetera capsis! Quamlibet auratis fulgescant cetera capsis!
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: CaVAB, pat: DSSS
even though others shine resplendent with gilded sound-boxes!
CdV 74. Quis poterit digne rerum misteria nosse Quis poterit digne rerum misteria nosse
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: p, pa: p, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
Who could properly know the mysteries of things
CdV 75. Aut abstrusa Dei gnaro cognoscere sensu, Aut abstrusa Dei gnaro cognoscere sensu,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: vabBA, pat: DSSD
or recognize God’s secrets through cunning reason ,
CdV 76. Torridus altaris ni sumptus forcipe carbo Torridus altaris ni sumptus forcipe carbo
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: m, pat: SSDS
unless the searing coal or the burning pebble, taken up ,
CdV 77. Calculus aut ardens emundet spurca labella, Calculus aut ardens emundet spurca labella,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: ssp, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
in the altar’s tongs should cleanse shameful lips?
CdV 78. Quo Seraphim quondam purgauit labra prophetae, Quo Seraphim quondam purgauit labra prophetae,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, pa: c, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
The coal with which the Seraphim once purged the Prophet’s lips,
CdV 79. Vt merito deinceps caelesti fomite flagrans Vt merito deinceps caelesti fomite flagrans
DSSS

sa: 4\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: c, ha: Y, pat: avbAB
so that from then on, glowing deservedly with heavenly kindling,
CdV 80. Egregius doctor uerbi clustella resoluat Egregius doctor uerbi clustella resoluat
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: d, gl: abBAC, pat: SDSS
the excellent doctor unfastens the locks of the word,
CdV 81. Et noxas populi scripturae torribus urat, Et noxas populi scripturae torribus urat,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pat: SSSS
and with the torches of Scripture burnt up the people’s faults,
CdV 82. Quatenus ad Christum conuertat dogmate plures Quatenus ad Christum conuertat dogmate plures
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
so that through doctrine he might convert more to Christ,
CdV 83. Ruricolas mutans ad caeli regna falanges? Ruricolas mutans ad caeli regna falanges?
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: DSSD
turning earth-dwelling hordes towards the kingdom of heaven.
CdV 84. Humani generis triplex distantia fertur, Humani generis triplex distantia fertur,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: d, gl: VabBA, pat: SDSS
There is said to be a threefold distinction among the human race
CdV 85. Quae modo per mundum triquadro cardine degit Quae modo per mundum triquadro cardine degit
DSSS

sa: 3\2, pat: abvBA
that now lives throughout the tripartite parts of the world
CdV 86. Et studet in terris mercari regna Tonantis: Et studet in terris mercari regna Tonantis:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: dV, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and strives on earth to purchase the Thunderer’s kingdom:
CdV 87. Denique nonnullos sortitur uita iugalis, Denique nonnullos sortitur uita iugalis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, pat: SDSD
finally, married life receives some
CdV 88. Qui recte uiuunt concessa lege tororum Qui recte uiuunt concessa lege tororum
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
who live correctly in wedlock’s permitted law,
CdV 89. Et praecepta Dei toto conamine mentis Et praecepta Dei toto conamine mentis
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: sm, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
and endeavour through all the striving of their minds
CdV 90. Conseruare student thalami sub iure manentes; Conseruare student thalami sub iure manentes;
SSDD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DDSS
to keep God’s teachings while remaining under marriage’s law.
CdV 91. Post haec castorum gradus alter et ordo secundus Post haec castorum gradus alter et ordo secundus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
After this, there follows another category and second degree of the chaste,
CdV 92. Subsequitur, nupti qui iam conubia spernunt Subsequitur, nupti qui iam conubia spernunt
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3f | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: p, ta: V?, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SDDS
who, after having been married spurn marriage and sever
CdV 93. Ac indulta sibi scindunt retinacula luxus Ac indulta sibi scindunt retinacula luxus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, gl: AbVCB, pat: DSSS
the restraints of luxury granted them,
CdV 94. Lurida linquentes spurcae consortia carnis, Lurida linquentes spurcae consortia carnis,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ta: d, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, gl: aVbAB, pat: SDSS
abandoning the shocking associations of impure flesh,
CdV 95. Vt castis proprium conseruent moribus aeuum, Vt castis proprium conseruent moribus aeuum,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 2f? | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?, ma: Y, e: m, gl: aBVAb, pat: DDSS
so that they may maintain their own eternity in chaste practices
CdV 96. Dum conexa prius thalamorum uincula rumpunt; Dum conexa prius thalamorum uincula rumpunt;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: m, pa: m, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
when they break the bonds of the marriage-bed to which they were previously tied.
CdV 97. Tertia uirgineis fulgescit uita lucernis, Tertia uirgineis fulgescit uita lucernis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, pa: vV?, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
A third life shines in virginal lamps of those
CdV 98. Cuius praecellit praefatos infula ritus: Cuius praecellit praefatos infula ritus:
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
whose excellence exceeds the customs spoken of above.
CdV 99. Mundani luxus calcans ludibria falsa Mundani luxus calcans ludibria falsa
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: s, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Virginity, stamping down the false frivolities of the world’s excess,
CdV 100. Virginitas summo uirtutum uertice paret, Virginitas summo uirtutum uertice paret,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
appears at the highest pinnacle of the virtues,
CdV 101. Dum soror angelicae constet castissima uitae, Dum soror angelicae constet castissima uitae,
SSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: cv, ta: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: SDDD
since it may stand as the most chaste sister of angelic life:
CdV 102. In qua non regnat fallax petulantia saecli, In qua non regnat fallax petulantia saecli,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
in whom the world’s beguiling wantonness does not hold sway,
CdV 103. Sed potius certat carnem frenare rebellem Sed potius certat carnem frenare rebellem
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: p, ma: Y, e: m, gl: CAvBb, pat: DDSS
but rather the spirit strives to control the rebel flesh
CdV 104. Spiritus, ut tetras possit compescere noxas Spiritus, ut tetras possit compescere noxas
DDDS

sa: 4\2, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, oa: p, ha: Y
so that it can constrain wicked failings,
CdV 105. Et facinus scelerum superans explodat inorme, Et facinus scelerum superans explodat inorme,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: s, pat: DSSD
and, in overcoming, shatter the enormous crime of sins,
CdV 106. Quae plerumque solent ferratas uincere mentes, Quae plerumque solent ferratas uincere mentes,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: Vc, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
that are accustomed to conquering the ironclad minds of many,
CdV 107. Quamlibet existant praedurae cotis adinstar. Quamlibet existant praedurae cotis adinstar.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: cs, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: AbvCB, pat: DSSD
even though they seem as strong as whetstone.
CdV 108. His igitur gradibus pandit regnator Olimpi His igitur gradibus pandit regnator Olimpi
SSSS

sa: 4\2, oa: v
Therefore to these categories the ruler of Olympus
CdV 109. Aulae caelestis ualuas et limina uitae; Aulae caelestis ualuas et limina uitae;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: s, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
spreads wide the gates of the heavenly hall and the thresholds of life,
CdV 110. Quos numero supra ternos iam diximus ante. Quos numero supra ternos iam diximus ante.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, pat: DSSS
those threefold ones in number which we already spoke about above.
CdV 111. His quoque fecundo largitur semine fruges, His quoque fecundo largitur semine fruges,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDDS
Also upon these from fertile seed he confers fruits,
CdV 112. Quas pia perpetui praedixit gloria regni Quas pia perpetui praedixit gloria regni
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
which the kindly glory of the eternal kingdom foretold would burgeon
CdV 113. Glescere sulcati per squalida iugera ruris. Glescere sulcati per squalida iugera ruris.
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: j, pa: V?j, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
throughout the barren plots of ploughed earth.
CdV 114. Sanctis centenos meritorum iure maniplos Sanctis centenos meritorum iure maniplos
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: V, pat: DDSD
Because of their deserts, he confirmed fruitful sheaves
CdV 115. Virginibus iugiter fecundos sorte spopondit, Virginibus iugiter fecundos sorte spopondit,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: v, pat: DSSS
in a hundredfold measure for the holy virgins ,
CdV 116. Qui falsas mundi contemnunt pectore pompas Qui falsas mundi contemnunt pectore pompas
DSSS

sa: 3\2, oa: c
who spurn in their heart the world’s false displays,
CdV 117. Fetida calcantes spurcae contagia carnis; Fetida calcantes spurcae contagia carnis;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
tramping down the fetid taints of impure flesh;
CdV 118. At uero decies senas de cespite ruris At uero decies senas de cespite ruris
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSDS
likewise indeed Christ, the glory of the heavens,
CdV 119. Fruges deprompsit caelorum gloria Christus: Fruges deprompsit caelorum gloria Christus:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m?, fs: 4\3, ca: Vm, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: h, pat: SDSS
declared a sixty-fold fruit from the field of the earth;
CdV 120. Quos proprie casti carpunt de rure maniplos, Quos proprie casti carpunt de rure maniplos,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: m, pa: V, oa: Vm, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the sheaves the chaste reap from the earth as their own,
CdV 121. Qui modo disrumpunt conubia nexa tororum Qui modo disrumpunt conubia nexa tororum
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: g, gl: aCVAB, pat: DDSS
who now break the bonds of the marriage-bed,
CdV 122. Et demunt proprias deuota mente lecebras Et demunt proprias deuota mente lecebras
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V, ma: Y, e: ?, gl: aABbC, pat: SDSS
and take away their own temptations with a devout mind,
CdV 123. Mundanae licita spernentes gaudia pompae; Mundanae licita spernentes gaudia pompae;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: VabAB, pat: DSSS
spurning the permitted joys of worldly display;
CdV 124. Sed demum decies metens ex aequore garbas Sed demum decies metens ex aequore garbas
SDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: caBAb, pat: DDSS
but finally, that one will receive thirty-fold bundles
CdV 125. Ternas accipiet, qui uincla iugalia nectit Ternas accipiet, qui uincla iugalia nectit
DSDS

sa: 2\3, ta: c
from the field while they reap; the one who ties marital bonds
CdV 126. Nec penitus calcat licitae commercia uitae, Nec penitus calcat licitae commercia uitae,
DSDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: g, ca: g, ta: g, pa: pg, oa: pg, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
and does not entirely tramp down the interactions of a lawful life,
CdV 127. Sed magis in mundo sobolem generare nepotum Sed magis in mundo sobolem generare nepotum
DDSS

sa: 3\2, pat: aVbAB
but rather freely chooses to beget a generation of offspring
CdV 128. Progeniemque libens exoptat gignere stirpis. Progeniemque libens exoptat gignere stirpis.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ta: v, pa: vf, oa: vc, ma: Y, gl: AaVBC, pat: SSSS
in the world and to produce a progeny of kin.
CdV 129. Quapropter cuncti, quos flammat cura pudoris Quapropter cuncti, quos flammat cura pudoris
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: t, oa: t, ma: Y, gl: AaVCB, pat: DSSS
Therefore let everyone, whom concern for modesty enflames
CdV 130. Et quorum integritatis amor praecordia pungit, Et quorum integritatis amor praecordia pungit,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, pa: df, ma: Y, gl: AabBC, pat: DSSS
and whose hearts a love of purity provokes,
CdV 131. Spiritus ac castae coniungant foedera carnis, Spiritus ac castae coniungant foedera carnis,
SDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: sp, oa: s, ha: Y
contract an agreement of spirit and chaste flesh,
CdV 132. Dum diuina docet duplam sententia uitam! Dum diuina docet duplam sententia uitam!
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, e: ?, pat: DSSS
just as divine opinion describes a twofold life.
CdV 133. Corporeis nam anima praefertur gestibus alma. Corporeis nam anima praefertur gestibus alma.
SDSS

sa: 3\3, ta: V?p, oa: p, ha: Y
For the blessed soul takes precedence over bodily deeds.
CdV 134. Idcirco iugiter mentis monarchia regnet, Idcirco iugiter mentis monarchia regnet,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, gl: cabAB, pat: DSSS
So let the mind’s monarchy rule constantly,
CdV 135. Vt non insultent animam fantasmata carnis Vt non insultent animam fantasmata carnis
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
so that deceptions of the flesh do not assail the soul;
CdV 136. Nec uincat dominam stolido uernacula gestu Nec uincat dominam stolido uernacula gestu
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: abVBA, pat: SSSD
and a maidservant over-rule her mistress by a stupid act,
CdV 137. Aut umquam regnet contemptu serua superbo! Aut umquam regnet contemptu serua superbo!
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
or a serving-woman ever govern with proud disdain!
CdV 138. Nunc igitur raros decerpant carmina flores, Nunc igitur raros decerpant carmina flores,
SDDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: s, gl: AaVBC, pat: DSSS
Now, therefore let these songs pluck rare flowers
CdV 139. E quis uirgineas ualeant fabricare coronas! E quis uirgineas ualeant fabricare coronas!
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: v, oa: vc, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
from which they are able to craft virginity’s crowns!
CdV 140. Quid plus caelicolas iuuat in certamine nostro Quid plus caelicolas iuuat in certamine nostro
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
What pleases the heaven-dwellers more in our struggle
CdV 141. Quam integritatis amor regnans in pectore puro? Quam integritatis amor regnans in pectore puro?
DDDS

sa: 3\2, ta: vVf, pa: v, oa: vf, ma: vV, ha: Y
than love of purity reigning in a pure chest?
CdV 142. Namque pudicitiae superos praeconia pascunt; Namque pudicitiae superos praeconia pascunt;
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: AbVBC, pat: DSSS
For commemorations of chastity nourish the celestial ones;
CdV 143. Cui licet in terris stirpis generamina surgant, Cui licet in terris stirpis generamina surgant,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: t, ca: t, ta: t, pa: t, oa: t, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
although generations of offspring rise up through it on earth,
CdV 144. Attamen in caelis uirtutum culmina scandit. Attamen in caelis uirtutum culmina scandit.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
yet in heaven it scales the summits of the virtues.
CdV 145. Virginitas castam seruans sine crimine carnem Virginitas castam seruans sine crimine carnem
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: sc, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Virginity, keeping the flesh chaste without fault,
CdV 146. Cetera uirtutum uincit praeconia laude; Cetera uirtutum uincit praeconia laude;
DDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
surpasses in praise other commemorations;
CdV 147. Spiritus altithroni templum sibi uindicat almus, Spiritus altithroni templum sibi uindicat almus,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: v, pat: DDSS
the gracious spirit of high-throned God claims a temple for itself
CdV 148. Taliter immunis flagrat si corde uoluntas, Taliter immunis flagrat si corde uoluntas,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: VabBA, pat: DDSS
if the blameless will is inflamed in such a way in the heart,
CdV 149. Sanctus apostolicae cecinit dum sermo loquelae: Sanctus apostolicae cecinit dum sermo loquelae:
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V?, ma: Y, gl: VAbBa, pat: SSSS
as the blessed discourse of apostolic speech has sung:
CdV 150. “Nescitis, quod fana Dei sint ilia uestra? “Nescitis, quod fana Dei sint ilia uestra?
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
‘Do you not know that your loins are shrines of God.
CdV 151. Spiritus in uobis habitat iam iure Tonantis!” Spiritus in uobis habitat iam iure Tonantis!”
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: r, ta: v, pa: vf, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
The spirit of the Thunderer now dwells rightly in you.’
CdV 152. Quae temerare nefas est et maculare piaclo. Quae temerare nefas est et maculare piaclo.
DSSS

sa: 2\3
And it is an ungodly deed to pollute or stain them by sin.
CdV 153. Virginitas fulget lucens ut gemma coronae, Virginitas fulget lucens ut gemma coronae,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: CBvAa, pat: DDSS
Gleaming virginity shines like the jewel of a crown
CdV 154. Quae caput aeterni praecingit stemmate regis; Quae caput aeterni praecingit stemmate regis;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
which encircles the head of the eternal king in a garland.
CdV 155. Haec calcat pedibus spurcae consortia uitae Haec calcat pedibus spurcae consortia uitae
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 3\3, ca: f, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
She tramps down with her feet upon the relationships of impure life,
CdV 156. Funditus exstirpans petulantis gaudia carnis. Funditus exstirpans petulantis gaudia carnis.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
eradicating utterly the joys of lascivious flesh.
CdV 157. Auri materiem fului obrizumque metallum, Auri materiem fului obrizumque metallum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: r, pat: DDSS
From the bosom of the earth, squalid gravel
CdV 158. Ex quibus ornatur praesentis machina mundi, Ex quibus ornatur praesentis machina mundi,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: Vcv, oa: Vv, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
produces the substance of tawny gold and gleaming metal,
CdV 159. Glarea de gremio producit sordida terrae: Glarea de gremio producit sordida terrae:
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: Vc, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
with which the fabric of the present world is adorned.
CdV 160. Sic casta integritas, auri flauentis imago, Sic casta integritas, auri flauentis imago,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
So too chaste purity, the image of yellow gold,
CdV 161. Gignitur e spurca terreni carne parentis. Gignitur e spurca terreni carne parentis.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
is born from the impure flesh of an earthly parent.
CdV 162. Vt rosa puniceo tincturas murice cunctas Vt rosa puniceo tincturas murice cunctas
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, gl: aVBbA, pat: SSSS
Just as the rose surpasses all tinges of crimson dye
CdV 163. Coccineosque simul praecellit rubra colores; Coccineosque simul praecellit rubra colores;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, pat: SDSS
and likewise in its redness scarlet colours;
CdV 164. Pallida purpureas ut gignit glarea gemmas, Pallida purpureas ut gignit glarea gemmas,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, ca: Vp, pa: p, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
as pallid gravel produces purple gems
CdV 165. Puluerulenta tegit quas spurci glebula ruris; Puluerulenta tegit quas spurci glebula ruris;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
which the dusty clod of impure earth covers;
CdV 166. Vt flos flauescens scandit de cortice corni Vt flos flauescens scandit de cortice corni
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, gl: aVbAB, pat: SDDS
as the yellowing blossom emerges from the cornel’s bark
CdV 167. Tempore uernali, dum promit germina tellus; Tempore uernali, dum promit germina tellus;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pa: Vs, ma: Y, e: h, pat: SSSS
at springtime, when the earth sprouts shoots;
CdV 168. Dactilus ut dulcis frondenti uertice palmae Dactilus ut dulcis frondenti uertice palmae
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abVBA, pat: DSSS
just as the sweet date emerges at the leafy palm-top
CdV 169. Truditur et sicco praestabit stipite proles; Truditur et sicco praestabit stipite proles;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSSS
and fruit will burst from of dry branches;
CdV 170. Vnio de conca ut ponti sordente nitescens Vnio de conca ut ponti sordente nitescens
DDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: f, oa: V, ma: Vf, ha: Y
like a shining pearl is nurtured in the squalid sea-oyster
CdV 171. Nascitur et proprio matrem praecellit honore; Nascitur et proprio matrem praecellit honore;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: u, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: ABVab, pat: SDSS
and surpasses its mother with its own splendour;
CdV 172. Squalidus ut sablo spreti sub cespite ruris Squalidus ut sablo spreti sub cespite ruris
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, e: h, gl: AaBvb, pat: DSSS
and as the base sand beneath the soil of scorned earth
CdV 173. Bratea flauentis depromit fila metalli - Bratea flauentis depromit fila metalli -
SSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: f, pat: SSDS
yields golden threads of yellow metal,
CdV 174. Vt bino sena cludam paradigmata uersu -: Vt bino sena cludam paradigmata uersu -:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
likewise, so that I might sum up six examples in two lines,
CdV 175. Sic sacra uirginitas caelorum grata colonis Sic sacra uirginitas caelorum grata colonis
DSSS

sa: 2\3, ca: l, ta: l, pa: l, oa: Vl, ha: Y
does sacred virginity, so welcome to those dwelling in heaven,
CdV 176. Corpore de spurco sumit primordia uitae. Corpore de spurco sumit primordia uitae.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: nl, pa: l, oa: n, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
take the beginnings of life from an impure body.
CdV 177. Vinea frugiferis ut constat gloria campis, Vinea frugiferis ut constat gloria campis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, gl: aVbAB, pat: DSDS
Just as the glory of the vine stands in fruitful fields,
CdV 178. Pampinus immensos dum gignit palmite botros Pampinus immensos dum gignit palmite botros
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: v, pat: DSSS
when the vine-shoot produces huge bunches of grapes
CdV 179. Vinitor et spoliat frondentes falcibus antes; Vinitor et spoliat frondentes falcibus antes;
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: V, oa: f, ha: Y
and the vineyard-worker strips the leafy vine-rows with sickles;
CdV 180. Sidera praeclaro cedunt ut lumine solis, Sidera praeclaro cedunt ut lumine solis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DDSS
just as the stars yield to the brilliant light of the sun
CdV 181. Lustrat dum terras obliquo tramite Titan Lustrat dum terras olliquo tramite Titan
DSSS

ca: V?c, pa: V?s, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
when Titan lights up the earth with his slanting course,
CdV 182. Cuncta supernorum conuincens astra polorum: Cuncta supernorum conuincens astra polorum:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: p, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
surpassing all the stars of the skies above,
CdV 183. Sic quoque uirginitas, quae sanctos inclita comit, Sic quoque uirginitas, quae sanctos inclita comit,
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: g, oa: g, ha: Y, pat: abVAB
so too does famed virginity, which adorns the saints,
CdV 184. Omnia sanctorum transcendens praemia supplet. Omnia sanctorum transcendens praemia supplet.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: n, pat: DDSS
excel in transcending all the prizes of the saints.
CdV 185. Integritas quoque uirtutum regina uocatur, Integritas quoque uirtutum regina uocatur,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Chastity is also called the queen of the virtues
CdV 186. Iungitur angelicis dum casta sponte maniplis: Iungitur angelicis dum casta sponte maniplis:
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: gV, ta: V?, pa: gV?, oa: gV, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
while it is joined in chaste willingness to angelic throngs.
CdV 187. Haec, inquam, uirtus caelesti munere pollens Haec, inquam, uirtus caelesti munere pollens
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: cV, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
This virtue, I say, made mighty by divine grace,
CdV 188. Aurea flammigeris praestat crepundia gemmis. Aurea flammigeris praestat crepundia gemmis.
DSDD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: m, pa: d, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
surpasses golden neck-rings with flaming gems.
CdV 189. Virginitas fulget ueluti rubra purpura regum, Virginitas fulget ueluti rubra purpura regum,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: p, pa: v, oa: vp, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
Virginity shines like the ruddy purple of kings,
CdV 190. Qua regnatores funguntur iure togati; Qua regnatores funguntur iure togati;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: r, gl: aVbBA, pat: DDSS
by which rulers in togas exercise their rights.
CdV 191. Integritas animae regnans in corpore casto Integritas animae regnans in corpore casto
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: aAbB, pat: SSDS
Purity of mind ruling in a chaste body
CdV 192. Flos est uirgineus, qui nescit damna senectae Flos est uirgineus, qui nescit damna senectae
DSSD

sa: 4\2, ta: f, ma: f, ha: Y
is a virgin flower that does not know the damage of old age,
CdV 193. Nec cadit in terram, ceu fronde ligustra fatescunt. Nec cadit in terram, ceu fronde ligustra fatescunt.
DSSS

pat: DSSS
nor does it fall to earth, as meadow-plants drop leaves.
CdV 194. Cernite, fecundis ut uernent lilia sulcis Cernite, fecundis ut uernent lilia sulcis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
See how lilies bloom in fertile furrows,
CdV 195. Et rosa sanguineo per dumos flore rubescat, Et rosa sanguineo per dumos flore rubescat,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 5\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: sV, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SDSD
and the rose with bloody petal grows ruddy among briars,
CdV 196. Ex quibus ornatus, qui uincit forte palestris, Ex quibus ornatus, qui uincit forte palestris,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: SDSS
by those flowers is adorned the wrestler who wins strongly
CdV 197. Accipit et circo uictor certamine serta! Accipit et circo uictor certamine serta!
DDSS

fs: 4\2, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
and the winner in the circus-contest receives what the garland.
CdV 198. Haud secus integritas deuicta carne rebelli Haud secus integritas deuicta carne rebelli
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: aBVAb, pat: DSSS
No differently will chastity, when the rebel flesh has been defeated
CdV 199. Atque nefandorum prostratis strage cateruis Atque nefandorum prostratis strage cateruis
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and the throngs of the wicked laid low in defeat,
CdV 200. Pulchras gestabit Christo regnante coronas. Pulchras gestabit Christo regnante coronas.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
wear beautiful crowns while Christ reigns.
CdV 201. Quamuis integritas ornetur laude metrorum Quamuis integritas ornetur laude metrorum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: V?, pa: V?m, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
Although chastity is adorned by poetry’s praise
CdV 202. Atque pudicorum crebrescat uita per aeuum, Atque pudicorum crebrescat uita per aeuum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: Vf, oa: V, ma: Y, e: ?, pat: SDSD
and the life of the chaste becomes known through eternity,
CdV 203. Non tamen aeterno fraudantur munere Christi, Non tamen aeterno fraudantur munere Christi,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: vn, pa: v, oa: vn, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
nevertheless those who maintain the sanctioned marriage of a lawfully wedded life
CdV 204. Qui concessa colunt licitae conubia uitae. Qui concessa colunt licitae conubia uitae.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: j, pa: j, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
are not cheated of the eternal gift of Christ.
CdV 205. Non ergo argenti squalescit spreta libella, Non ergo argenti squalescit spreta libella,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, pat: DDSS
So the scorned scrap of silver,
CdV 206. Vncia bis senis quam pensat lancibus aequa, Vncia bis senis quam pensat lancibus aequa,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: l, oa: l, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SSSS
an ounce that weighs the same in the scales as twelve parts,
CdV 207. Quamuis auratis praecellat fibula bullis Quamuis auratis praecellat fibula bullis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: p, gl: aBAvb, pat: SSSS
is not despised, even though a clasp with golden studs stands out more,
CdV 208. Amplius aut certe flauescant petala fulua; Amplius aut certe flauescant petala fulua;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
or tawny plates shine surely more golden;
CdV 209. Nec lanterna tibi uilescat uitrea, uirgo, Nec lanterna tibi uilescat uitrea, uirgo,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pa: ds, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
nor will the glass lantern grow cheap for you,
CdV 210. Tergore uel raso et lignis compacta salignis Tergore uel raso et lignis compacta salignis
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, gl: aAbBC, pat: SSSD
virgin, whether put together from scraped leather
CdV 211. Seu membranarum tenui uelamine facta, Seu membranarum tenui uelamine facta,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pat: SDSS
and willow-wood or made with a thin covering of parchment,
CdV 212. Quamlibet aerata praecellat forte lucerna Quamlibet aerata praecellat forte lucerna
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, ta: v, pa: vsf, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
even though the bronze lantern strongly surpasses it,
CdV 213. Aut furuas lichinus illustrans luce latebras; Aut furuas lichinus illustrans luce latebras;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSS
or the oil-lamp illuminating dark corners with its light.
CdV 214. Pallida nec lunae spernuntur lumina noctu, Pallida nec lunae spernuntur lumina noctu,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, ma: Y, e: s, pat: SDSS
The pallid brightness of the moon is not spurned at night-time
CdV 215. Caerula dum fuscat tenebris nox saecula furuis, Caerula dum fuscat tenebris nox saecula furuis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: aAVBb, pat: DSSS
when dark night blackens the world with dusky shadows,
CdV 216. Plus licet ex centro Titan uibramina fundat, Plus licet ex centro Titan uibramina fundat,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: c, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
even though Titan pours out its glittering appearance more from its midst
CdV 217. Cum nimbi fugiunt et feruet torridus aether; Cum nimbi fugiunt et feruet torridus aether;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: f, ca: f, pat: DSSS
when the clouds scatter and the parched upper air grows hot.
CdV 218. Nec putei laticem spernendum ducimus altum, Nec putei laticem spernendum ducimus altum,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3f | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pa: Vv, ma: Y, gl: aABb, pat: DSDS
Nor do we think there should be spurned the deep water of a well
CdV 219. Anthlia quem sursum solet exanthlare cisternis, Anthlia quem sursum solet exanthlare cisternis,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: tp, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
which a water-wheel is accustomed to draw up from the cistern,
CdV 220. Quamuis praecipua praecellant flumina fontis, Quamuis praecipua praecellant flumina fontis,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
even though the splendid streams of a spring surpass it,
CdV 221. Frigida quem gelidis progignit glarea limphis; Frigida quem gelidis progignit glarea limphis;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: aVbBA, pat: DSSS
one that cold gravel produces with icy waters,
CdV 222. Mergula nec penitus nigris contemnitur alis Mergula nec penitus nigris contemnitur alis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vn, ta: V, pa: Vn, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: abVBA, pat: DSSS
nor is a diving-bird with its black wings entirely despised,
CdV 223. Ingluuiem uentris squamosis piscibus implens Ingluuiem uentris squamosis piscibus implens
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
one filling the gullet of its stomach with scaly fish,
CdV 224. Garrulus aut etiam uilescit graculus ater, Garrulus aut etiam uilescit graculus ater,
DSSS

sa: 4\2, ta: n, oa: n, ha: Y
nor likewise is the chatty black jackdaw to be scorned,
CdV 225. Qui segetum glumas et laeti cespitis occas Qui segetum glumas et laeti cespitis occas
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d?, fs: 4\2, ca: V?, pa: V?n, ma: Y, e: m, pat: DSSS
that tries to ravage grains of corn and the furrows
CdV 226. Depopulare studet carpens de messe maniplos, Depopulare studet carpens de messe maniplos,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d?, fs: 3\2, ca: vfV, ta: vV, pa: vV, oa: v, ma: Y, e: m, pat: DSSS
of the pleasant field, snatching sheaves from the harvest,
CdV 227. Quamquam uersicolor flauescat penna pauonis Quamquam uersicolor flauescat penna pauonis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: g, pa: g, oa: g, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
although the multi-coloured feathers of the peacock glow golden
CdV 228. Et teretes rutilent plus rubro murice cycli, Et teretes rutilent plus rubro murice cycli,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: fv, ta: f, pa: fv, ma: Y, gl: AavCbB, pat: DDSS
and its smooth circles glow redder than red-purple dye,
CdV 229. Cuius formosa species et fulua uenustas Cuius formosa species et fulua uenustas
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
that bird, whose handsome beauty and golden loveliness
CdV 230. Omnia fabrorum porro molimina uincit; Omnia fabrorum porro molimina uincit;
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: c, oa: c, ma: c, ha: Y, pat: aCbAB
goes far beyond all the efforts of craftsmen.
CdV 231. Sic caro, mirandum fatu, putrescere nescit, Sic caro, mirandum fatu, putrescere nescit,
DSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: s, pat: SSSS
In that way it is amazing to say that its flesh cannot decay,
CdV 232. Vt referunt nobis ueterum documenta uirorum: Vt referunt nobis ueterum documenta uirorum:
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
as the writings of those ancient men tell us:
CdV 233. Quod signum et species est uirginitatis amandae, Quod signum et species est uirginitatis amandae,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: abVBA, pat: DSSS
it is a sign and symbol of the virginity that is to be adored,
CdV 234. Quae calcare solet deuota mente nefandas Quae calcare solet deuota mente nefandas
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 3\2, sa: h, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?h, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
which in a devout mind is accustomed to tramp down
CdV 235. Spurcitias mundi spreta putridine carnis. Spurcitias mundi spreta putridine carnis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?s, ta: V?, pa: V?s, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
the wicked filth of the world, having spurned the putrefaction of the flesh.
CdV 236. Punica neu granis temnuntur mala rotundis, Punica neu granis temnuntur mala rotundis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSD
Nor are pomegranates scorned with their round seeds
CdV 237. Quae circum simplo cortex uelamine cingit, Quae circum simplo cortex uelamine cingit,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: n, gl: aBVAb, pat: DSDS
which a skin surrounds in a simple covering,
CdV 238. Quamquam palmeti praecedant dulcia poma Quamquam palmeti praecedant dulcia poma
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: c, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
even though the sweet fruits of the palm-tree outshine them,
CdV 239. Nectaris et mellis mulsos imitantia gustus. Nectaris et mellis mulsos imitantia gustus.
SDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, e: ?, pat: SSSS
reproducing the sweet savour of nectar and honey.
CdV 240. Sic, inquam, integritas fama ueneretur in aeuum, Sic, inquam, integritas fama ueneretur in aeuum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
In the same way, I say, let chastity be venerated forever by its fame,
CdV 241. Vt tamen electos, qui nectunt foedera nuptis Vt tamen electos, qui nectunt foedera nuptis
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
so that the page will not wish to snatch in its cunning maw
CdV 242. Et iuste uiuunt castorum iure tororum, Et iuste uiuunt castorum iure tororum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
those chosen people who join the covenant of matrimony
CdV 243. Carpere non cupiat strofoso pagina rictu, Carpere non cupiat strofoso pagina rictu,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, pa: c, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and live justly by the rule of chaste marriage-beds,
CdV 244. Praesertim antiquae cum narret littera legis Praesertim antiquae cum narret littera legis
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: sp, ta: sp, pa: sp, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: abab, pat: DSSS
especially since the letter of the ancient law describes
CdV 245. Illustrem patres uitam duxisse priores, Illustrem patres uitam duxisse priores,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: s, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
how our former fathers led a splendid life,
CdV 246. Qui uentura Dei prompserunt flamine sancto Qui uentura Dei prompserunt flamine sancto
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f?, ca: vf, ta: v, pa: vf, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: avbAB, pat: DSDS
and proclaimed the future gifts of God through holy inspiration,
CdV 247. Dona, salutaris dum Christus saecla beauit. Dona, salutaris dum Christus saecla beauit.
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: b, pa: b, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
when Christ the saviour blessed the world.
CdV 248. Helias uates, quem tetra uolumina regum Helias uates, quem tetra uolumina regum
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: sd, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
ELIJAH the prophet, whom the four Books of Kings
CdV 249. Insignem memorant uirtutum tenia fretum, Insignem memorant uirtutum tenia fretum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: d, gl: AaVBb, pat: DSSS
commemorate as outstanding, strengthened by the distinction of virtues,
CdV 250. Virgo sacer fuerat fama per saecula notus. Virgo sacer fuerat fama per saecula notus.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
was a holy virgin, known by his fame throughout the ages.
CdV 251. Plurima quapropter terris miracula gessit Plurima quapropter terris miracula gessit
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: sc, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DSDS
Accordingly, he performed very many miracles on earth
CdV 252. Atque arcana Dei uerbis oracula prompsit, Atque arcana Dei uerbis oracula prompsit,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: VabAB, pat: DSSS
and pronounced God’s secret prophecies with his words ,
CdV 253. Quae series libri promulgat famine claro. Quae series libri promulgat famine claro.
DSSS

sa: 2\3, ta: s, oa: s, ha: Y
which the sequence of the book explains in clear language.
CdV 254. Nam geminos quondam caelesti fulmine fretus Nam geminos quondam caelesti fulmine fretus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: sc, ma: Y, gl: AabvB, pat: DDSS
Once, strengthened by a heavenly thunderbolt,
CdV 255. Iusserat arsuros flammas perferre focorum Iusserat arsuros flammas perferre focorum
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, pat: DDSS
he had ordered two leaders of fifty men to submit to the flames of bonfires
CdV 256. Penticotharcos atque uiros ad funera centum Penticotharcos atque uiros ad funera centum
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
to be burned, and he had likewise driven to their death a hundred men
CdV 257. Truserat implentes pariter praecepta tyranni. Truserat implentes pariter praecepta tyranni.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: DDSS
who were equally obeying the tyrant’s command of the tyrant.
CdV 258. Quique quater denis et binis mensibus actus Quique quater denis et binis mensibus actus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: V, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: sV?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
He also under compulsion for forty-two months
CdV 259. Astriferum clausit quadrato cardine caelum, Astriferum clausit quadrato cardine caelum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: p, pat: DSSS
closed up the starry sky from the four cardinal points ,
CdV 260. Aridus ut nullis roraret nubibus aether Aridus ut nullis roraret nubibus aether
DSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: AbVBA, pat: DSSS
so that the dry sky would not produce moisture from any clouds,
CdV 261. Atque negarentur latices morientibus herbis Atque negarentur latices morientibus herbis
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
so that liquid would be denied to the dying plants
CdV 262. Nec sitiens pratum caperet nutrimina limphae; Nec sitiens pratum caperet nutrimina limphae;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and the thirsty meadow would not receive any nourishment of water.
CdV 263. Tunc iterum nutu nimborum obstacula rupit, Tunc iterum nutu nimborum obstacula rupit,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: m, pa: dm, oa: m, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
And then with his assent he burst the clouds’ impediments,
CdV 264. Vt fluerent imbres ubertim ex aethere furuo Vt fluerent imbres ubertim ex aethere furuo
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: pv, pa: V?v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
so that rain showers might flow copiously from the dusky sky
CdV 265. Glesceret et rursus fecundo germine tellus Glesceret et rursus fecundo germine tellus
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: SSSS
and the earth might burgeon again with fecund seed,
CdV 266. Pabula densa ferens uulgo uernantibus aruis. Pabula densa ferens uulgo uernantibus aruis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: d, oa: d, ma: Y, gl: aCBAb, pat: DDSS
producing from fertile fields bountiful food for the crowd.
CdV 267. Arbiter aeternus quem iussit scandere bigis Arbiter aeternus quem iussit scandere bigis
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: cV, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
The eternal Judge ordered that prophet to ascend
CdV 268. Aurea caelorum penetrantem culmina uatem; Aurea caelorum penetrantem culmina uatem;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
and enter into the golden heights of heaven in chariot drawn by two -horses.
CdV 269. Sospes qui numquam sensit discrimina mortis, Sospes qui numquam sensit discrimina mortis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: m, pa: V?, oa: m, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
He was secure, who never knew the separation of death,
CdV 270. Cetera per mundum ceu gessit turba parentum Cetera per mundum ceu gessit turba parentum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSSS
the one undergone by the host of ancestors throughout the world,
CdV 271. Atque futurorum gestura est turma nepotum, Atque futurorum gestura est turma nepotum,
DSDS

sa: 4\2, ta: vfV, pa: v, oa: vV, ma: v, ha: Y
and the horde of future descendants will undergo;
CdV 272. Sed manet in tempis paradisi hactenus heros, Sed manet in tempis paradisi hactenus heros,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: c, pat: SSSS
but instead to this day the hero remains in the groves of paradise,
CdV 273. Helisium colit ut superis in sedibus Enoch, Helisium colit ut superis in sedibus Enoch,
SDSD

caesura pattern: 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: d, pat: SSSS
the same abode on high in Elysium where Enoch dwells, ,
CdV 274. Quem quondam rapuit diuina potentia caeli, Quem quondam rapuit diuina potentia caeli,
DSDS

fs: 3\2, pat: SDSS
whom once the divine power of heaven snatched up
CdV 275. Lurida ne mundi pateretur damna nefandi: Lurida ne mundi pateretur damna nefandi:
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m, fs: 5\3, pa: m, pat: DDSD
lest he suffer the ghastly damnation of a wicked world:
CdV 276. Idcirco simul ad belli certamina cruda Idcirco simul ad belli certamina cruda
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, pat: DSSS
: for that reason, they carry together the banners of the Thunderer
CdV 277. Contra Antichristum gestant uexilla Tonantis. Contra Antichristum gestant uexilla Tonantis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
into the bloody struggles of war against the Antichrist.
CdV 278. Omnia de nigris resurgent corpora bustis Omnia de nigris resurgent corpora bustis
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SSSS
All the bodies will rise up from their gloomy graves,
CdV 279. Clausae per campos et tumbae sponte patescunt, Clausae per campos et tumbae sponte patescunt,
SDSS

ca: p, pat: DSDS
and the closed-up tombs throughout the field will open up of their own accord,
CdV 280. Dum salpix crepat et clangit uox clara tubarum Dum salpix crepat et clangit uox clara tubarum
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: u, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: VabBA, pat: DDSS
when the trumpet blasts and the clear call of the trump resounds
CdV 281. Aduentante Deo, qui cunctis praemia pensat Aduentante Deo, qui cunctis praemia pensat
DSSS

sa: 2\3, oa: s
with the coming of God, who metes out rewards to all,
CdV 282. Seu pia perfectis seu certe saeua profanis. Seu pia perfectis seu certe saeua profanis.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vc, ta: V, pa: nV, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
whether kindly to the fine or truly cruel to the wicked.
CdV 283. Sic quoque famosis decorauit saecula signis Sic quoque famosis decorauit saecula signis
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m, fs: 6\2, ca: V, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Likewise, there adorned the ages with well-known miracles
CdV 284. Virgineo flagrans Heliseus flore propheta. Virgineo flagrans Heliseus flore propheta.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 4\3, pa: p, pat: SDSS
ELISHA the prophet, burning with virginal bloom.
CdV 285. Aurea hunc bombis nascentem bucula uatem Aurea hunc bombis nascentem bucula uatem
SDSS

pat: SDDD
A golden heifer marked him out as a prophet, since he was born
CdV 286. Signauit, quoniam destruxit sacra deorum; Signauit, quoniam destruxit sacra deorum;
DSSS

fs: 4\2, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
amidst its bellowing, since he destroyed the shrines of pagan gods;
CdV 287. Munere quem duplo ditabit spiritus almus, Munere quem duplo ditabit spiritus almus,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\5, pa: n, pat: SSSS
and the Holy Spirit will enrich him with a twofold gift
CdV 288. Lauta supernarum qui confert munia rerum Lauta supernarum qui coffert munia rerum
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
the same Spirit that bestows the sumptuous gifts of heavenly affairs,
CdV 289. Singula per sanctas cumulans charismata mentes. Singula per sanctas cumulans charismata mentes.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
storing up individual gifts of grace in holy minds.
CdV 290. Excitat horrenda constrictum morte cadauer, Excitat horrenda constrictum morte cadauer,
SSSS

sa: 2\3, ta: p, oa: V, ma: V, ha: Y, pat: aabBA
He roused a corpse constrained by dreadful death,
CdV 291. Quamuis iam leti sopitus sorte fuisset; Quamuis iam leti sopitus sorte fuisset;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
although it had already been put to sleep by the chance of decease.
CdV 292. Ast pueros stolidos, sanctum qui carpere uatem Ast pueros stolidos, sanctum qui carpere uatem
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: n, pat: DSSS
But the stupid lads who, calling out in a raucous clamour,
CdV 293. Et laniare student bombosa uoce frementes, Et laniare student bombosa uoce frementes,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: cV, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
were keen to castigate and criticize the holy prophet,
CdV 294. Tradidit ursorum mandendos rictibus ultro Tradidit ursorum mandendos rictibus ultro
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SSSS
he gave over away to the maws of bears to be eaten up
CdV 295. Caluitiem capitis scurrarum more loquentes: Caluitiem capitis scurrarum more loquentes:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
for speaking like scoundrels and saying that his head was bald.
CdV 296. Sic Deus horrifera sanctos ulciscitur ira Sic Deus horrifera sanctos ulciscitur ira
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: v, pat: SDSS
Just so does God avenge his saints with awful wrath
CdV 297. Et merito plectit peccantes uerbere saeuo. Et merito plectit peccantes uerbere saeuo.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and rightly strikes sinners with a savage lash.
CdV 298. Hieremias bino pollebat munere clarus, Hieremias bino pollebat munere clarus,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
JEREMIAH flourished famous with a twin gift;
CdV 299. Quamlibet innumeris esset ditissimus heros Quamlibet innumeris esset ditissimus heros
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 4\3, pat: SSSS
although he was the hero most endowed with the innumerable
CdV 300. Virtutum donis, quas Christi gratia confert; Virtutum donis, quas Christi gratia coffert;
DSDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: r, gl: abAB, pat: DSSS
awards of virtues which Christ’s grace of confers,
CdV 301. Sed tamen, ut dixi, duo maxima munia constant. Sed tamen, ut dixi, duo maxima munia constant.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, pa: f, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: aBVAb, pat: DSSS
yet nevertheless, as I have said, his two greatest gifts are clear.
CdV 302. Hunc pia uirginitas ornabat flore pudoris Hunc pia uirginitas ornabat flore pudoris
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
Holy virginity adorned him with the flower of pure chastity
CdV 303. Integris totum seruantem legibus aeuum Integris totum seruantem legibus aeuum
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: Vv, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: h, gl: aCBbA, pat: SDSD
as he passed his whole life under undefiled laws,
CdV 304. Atque superna Dei uatem praesagmina ditem Atque superna Dei uatem praesagmina ditem
DSSS

sa: 4\3, ta: c, oa: d, ma: d, ha: Y
and heavenly foretellings from on high used to fill God’s rich prophet
CdV 305. Caelitus implebant, ut nosset clausa latebris Caelitus implebant, ut nosset clausa latebris
DDSD

fs: 2\3, pa: s, gl: AabB, pat: DDSS
so that he could perceive what was cloaked in obscurity
CdV 306. Et reserare poli posset penetralia sensu. Et reserare poli posset penetralia sensu.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and he was able in understanding to unlock heaven’s innermost secrets .
CdV 307. Quem Deus ex uteri sacrauit matrice mundum, Quem Deus ex uteri sacrauit matrice mundum,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and God sanctified him as pure in his mother’s womb
CdV 308. Ante praesentis quam nosset lumina uitae, Ante praesentis quam nosset lumina uitae,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: s, pa: t, oa: t, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
even before he knew the light of the present life,
CdV 309. Vt foret affatim promens oracula uatis; Vt foret affatim promens oracula uatis;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: v, pat: DDSS
so that he might eloquently declare the oracles of a prophet:
CdV 310. De quo caelestis fatur sententia patris, De quo caelestis fatur sententia patris,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: t, pa: d, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and it is about him that the heavenly father’s pronouncement states
CdV 311. Quod, dudumquam nascatur de uiscere matris, Quod, dudumquam nascatur de uiscere matris,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSDS
that before he was born from his mother’s womb,
CdV 312. Sanctificaretur praestanti munere uirgo. Sanctificaretur praestanti munere uirgo.
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: s, pat: DDSD
the virgin would be sanctified by an exceptional gift.
CdV 313. Mittitur interea mox uaticinare propheta, Mittitur interea mox uaticinare propheta,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: d, pa: d, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Meanwhile the prophet is soon sent forth to prophesy,
CdV 314. Daemonis ut regnum necnon et sceptra tyranni Daemonis ut regnum necnon et sceptra tyranni
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DDSS
in order that he might tear down the demon’s kingdom and likewise
CdV 315. Diruat in mundo fretus uirtute Tonantis Diruat in mundo fretus uirtute Tonantis
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
the tyrant’s rule in the world, supported by the strength of the Thunderer;
CdV 316. Et regnum caeli destructa fraude maligni Et regnum caeli destructa fraude maligni
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: m, pa: m, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and might establish and build the kingdom of heaven,
CdV 317. Aedificet plantetque restaurans sceptra polorum. Aedificet plantetque restaurans sceptra polorum.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
once the wicked one’s deceit is destroyed, restoring the heavenly realm.
CdV 318. Conspicit et geminas uernanti uimine uirgas, Conspicit et geminas uernanti uimine uirgas,
SDDS

sa: 3\2, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: V?, ha: Y, pat: abVAB
He observes the twin twigs of the burgeoning branch,
CdV 319. Quae signant speciem populorum forte duorum; Quae signant speciem populorum forte duorum;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SDSS
which signify perhaps the form of two peoples;
CdV 320. Nec non et totidem corbes ex ordine cernit: Nec non et totidem corbes ex ordine cernit:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
likewise in turn he contemplates the same number of baskets:
CdV 321. Sed tamen aequiperans interpretatio plebes Sed tamen aequiperans interpretatio plebes
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: hV?, oa: hV?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
yet however an equivalent interpretation
CdV 322. Portendit geminas per sacramenta uetusta. Portendit geminas per sacramenta uetusta.
SDDD

sa: 3\3, ta: t, oa: t, ha: Y
portends twin peoples through the Old Testament.
CdV 323. Scriptorum ueterum liquido monumenta testantur, Scriptorum ueterum liquido monumenta testantur,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DDSS
Monuments of ancient scriptures clearly bear witness
CdV 324. Quod Danihel semper uirgo floresceret almus, Quod Danihel semper uirgo floresceret almus,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SDSS
that holy DANIEL flourished as a perpetual virgin,
CdV 325. Qui nobis normam sacratae uirginitatis Qui nobis normam sacratae uirginitatis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and that he established for us a pattern of blessed virginity
CdV 326. Imbuit et speculum uitae monstrauit alumnis. Imbuit et speculum uitae monstrauit alumnis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?v, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: aABvb, pat: DSDS
and pointed out a mirror of life to his disciples.
CdV 327. Certius idcirco promulgat tempora Christi Certius idcirco promulgat tempora Christi
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Therefore he proclaimed the times of Christ more clearly
CdV 328. Omnibus antiquis praesaga uoce prophetis; Omnibus antiquis praesaga uoce prophetis;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: avbAB, pat: DSSS
than all the ancient prophets in their prophetic utterance;
CdV 329. Annorum numeros explanans ordine recto Annorum numeros explanans ordine recto
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
laying out the number of years in the correct order
CdV 330. Nuntiat in mundo nostri cunabula regis, Nuntiat in mundo nostri cunabula regis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
he announced the infancy of our king in this world,
CdV 331. Iam quadringentis annorum cursibus absque Iam quadringentis annorum cursibus absque
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, gl: avbAB, pat: DSDD
writing that after the passing of four hundred years
CdV 332. Bis nouem scribens aetatum lustra fuisse, Bis nouem scribens aetatum lustra fuisse,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: m, pat: SSSS
there would be eighteen further lustra of time
CdV 333. Donec prodiret Christus regnator in orbem. Donec prodiret Christus regnator in orbem.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m, fs: 5\2, sa: m, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
until Christ would come forth into the world to be the ruler.
CdV 334. Porro disseruit uerax sermone futura: Porro disseruit uerax sermone futura:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: tr, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
Indeed he declared the future truthfully in speech:
CdV 335. Quatuor in mundo regnorum surgere sceptra, Quatuor in mundo regnorum surgere sceptra,
DSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, pat: DDSS
that four realms of kingdoms will arise in the world,
CdV 336. Vt prius in strato truculentus imaginis altae Vt prius in strato truculentus imaginis altae
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: ABVab, pat: DDSS
just as the savage on, still in bed, had previously seen prophesied
CdV 337. Diuersis uidit iam praesagata metallis. Diuersis uidit iam praesagata metallis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, pa: v, oa: p, ma: Y, gl: AabBC, pat: DSSS
already in lofty statue made with various metals.
CdV 338. Denique frondoso regnator stipite robor Denique frondoso regnator stipite robor
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: V, ha: Y, pat: aBVAC
Afterwards, while relying on his rule, the ruler saw
CdV 339. Imperio fretus uidit de cespite crescens, Imperio fretus uidit de cespite crescens,
SSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: s, pat: DSSS
a mighty tree with leafy trunk growing out of the turf,
CdV 340. Cuius tangebant praecelsa cacumina nimbos Cuius tangebant praecelsa cacumina nimbos
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: cn, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: aVBAb, pat: DSDS
the towering top of which touched the clouds,
CdV 341. Et sub qua uolucrum turbae et genus omne ferarum Et sub qua uolucrum turbae et genus omne ferarum
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and underneath hosts of birds and every kind of wild beast
CdV 342. Dulcia de ramis carpunt alimenta ciborum; Dulcia de ramis carpunt alimenta ciborum;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
pluck the sweet nourishment of food from the branches;
CdV 343. Arbore sed procera signatum iure tyrannum Arbore sed procera signatum iure tyrannum
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
but the prophet, in his prophetic heart, soon realized
CdV 344. Mox intellegit praesago pectore uatis, Mox intellegit praesago pectore uatis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, pat: SSSS
that a tyrant was rightly signified by the lofty tree,
CdV 345. Cuius caelestis contriuit sceptra potestas, Cuius caelestis contriuit sceptra potestas,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
one whose rule heavenly power would smash down,
CdV 346. Tempora torquerent donec septena superbum, Tempora torquerent donec septena superbum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pat: SSDS
while seven times agonized the proud one,
CdV 347. Vt merito fugiens dumosis saltibus erret Vt merito fugiens dumosis saltibus erret
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: AabBV, pat: DDSS
so that rightly fleeing he wandered in the thorny groves
CdV 348. Et, dum dispexit torrentis flagra Tonantis, Et, dum dispexit torrentis flagra Tonantis,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and, as long as he felt the scorching Thunderer’s chastisement,
CdV 349. Squalidus hirsutus peteret myrteta luporum Squalidus hirsutus peteret myrteta luporum
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, ma: Y, gl: aAVBC, pat: SDSS
bristly and shaggy he would seek the myrtle groves of wolves,
CdV 350. Quadripedum socius factus sine mente tyrannus. Quadripedum socius factus sine mente tyrannus.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: Vs, oa: Vs, ma: Y, gl: AbVaB, pat: DDSS
that tyrant, having been made demented and a companion for four-footed beasts.
CdV 351. Hic quoque destruxit Belis dilubra nefandi Hic quoque destruxit Belis dilubra nefandi
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
Daniel also destroyed the shrine of ungodly Bel
CdV 352. Flaminibus scelerum mortis discrimina passis Flaminibus scelerum mortis discrimina passis
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
after the priests of wickedness had suffered the crisis of death;
CdV 353. Atque sacerdotes populum sub fraude sacelli Atque sacerdotes populum sub fraude sacelli
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and likewise with a bloody death he punished the high priests
CdV 354. Fallentes pariter multauit morte cruenta. Fallentes pariter multauit morte cruenta.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: l, pa: c, ma: Y, gl: aVbAB, pat: DDDD
who were fooling through the trickery of their shrine.
CdV 355. Tempore sic alio uincens uirtute draconem Tempore sic alio uincens uirtute draconem
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
At another time, conquering a dragon through his might,
CdV 356. Horrendis atram iactabat faucibus offam; Horrendis atram iactabat faucibus offam;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: sc, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: AaBbV, pat: SSSD
he cast a dark morsel into its horrendous maw;
CdV 357. Dum gluttit piceam crudelis bestia massam, Dum gluttit piceam crudelis bestia massam,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d?, fs: 3\3, pa: v, e: h, pat: DSSS
and when the cruel beast choked down the pitch-black lump,
CdV 358. Ilico rumpuntur multatae uiscera beluae. Ilico rumpuntur multatae uiscera beluae.
DSSS

sa: 4\2, ta: s, oa: Vs, ma: V, ha: Y
straightaway the guts of the punished beast ruptured.
CdV 359. Hunc Deus horrenda semper tutatur ab ira, Hunc Deus horrenda semper tutatur ab ira,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, pat: DSSD
God always kept Daniel safe from horrendous wrath,
CdV 360. Quamlibet expertus toleret tormenta malorum; Quamlibet expertus toleret tormenta malorum;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SSSS
even though he might experience and tolerate the torments of the wicked.
CdV 361. Denique non trepidat fretus caelestibus armis Denique non trepidat fretus caelestibus armis
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: V?, pa: V?s, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
In the end, relying on heavenly weapons, Daniel did not fear
CdV 362. Saeuos beluarum rictus morsusque leonum, Saeuos beluarum rictus morsusque leonum,
SSSS

sa: 4\2
the savage jaws of beasts or the maws of lions,
CdV 363. Quamuis inclusus saeuis tortoribus esset Quamuis inclusus saeuis tortoribus esset
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
even though the outstanding prophet was imprisoned
CdV 364. Egregius uates foueam retrusus in atram. Egregius uates foueam retrusus in atram.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V?p, pa: p, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
by cruel torturers and thrust into a dark pit.
CdV 365. Virginitas castum sic seruat semper amicum Virginitas castum sic seruat semper amicum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
In this way Virginity always guards a chaste friend,
CdV 366. Tetrica contemnens millenis damna periclis. Tetrica contemnens millenis damna periclis.
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: s, e: m, pat: DSSS
despising grim damages with thousands of dangers.
CdV 367. Sic quoque uirgineis redolentes floribus olim Sic quoque uirgineis redolentes floribus olim
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ta: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
Also in this way, the three boys, fragrant with the flowers of virginity,
CdV 368. Tres pueri pariter seruarunt iura pudoris Tres pueri pariter seruarunt iura pudoris
DSDD

caesura pattern: 3m, fs: 5\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
had once equally preserved the rights of purity
CdV 369. Aurea spernentes stolidi simulacra tyranni, Aurea spernentes stolidi simulacra tyranni,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: pV?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
in scorning the golden image of the slow-witted tyrant who,
CdV 370. Qui turmas uulgi surdum mutumque metallum Qui turmas uulgi surdum mutumque metallum
DSDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: cs, pa: s, ma: Y, gl: avbBA, pat: SSSS
by a terrifying order commanded all the crowds of common people
CdV 371. Imperio terrente iubet uenerarier omnes: Imperio terrente iubet uenerarier omnes:
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DDSS
to worship a deaf and dumb image of metal.
CdV 372. Tum tuba raucisonis reboat clangoribus alte, Tum tuba raucisonis reboat clangoribus alte,
DDSS

sa: 3\2, oa: V
Then a trumpet with harsh-sounding blasts resounded loudly;
CdV 373. Fistula cum citharis reclamans aethera pulsat, Fistula cum citharis reclamans aethera pulsat,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: s, pa: Vm, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
the pipes resonating with harps strike the skies;
CdV 374. Sambuca salpicibus respondet musica crebris, Sambuca salpicibus respondet musica crebris,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the musical sambuca responded to the frequent blasts of the horn
CdV 375. Vt genibus flexis et curuo poplite plebes Vt genibus flexis et curuo poplite plebes
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: d, pa: dp, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
so that, genuflecting and on bended knee, the common people
CdV 376. Aurea per campos orarent idola regis; Aurea per campos orarent idola regis;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ta: f, pa: f, ma: Y, gl: VaABb, pat: SSSS
throughout the fields would venerate the king’s golden idols.
CdV 377. Sed tamen Ebrea spernens ludibria pubes Sed tamen Ebrea spernens ludibria pubes
DSDS

sa: 1\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?d, ma: V, ha: Y
Yet however the Hebrew youths, scorning this mockery,
CdV 378. Cernua non flectit simulacris colla nefandis. Cernua non flectit simulacris colla nefandis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: p, pat: DSSD
did not bend bowed necks to the wicked images.
CdV 379. Impius idcirco fornacis torre minatur Impius idcirco fornacis torre minatur
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
As a result, that evil man threatened the chaste youths
CdV 380. Puberibus castis, ut cultum suggerat ardor, Puberibus castis, ut cultum suggerat ardor,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: v, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SDSS
with the furnace’s flames, so that the fire might prompt worship,
CdV 381. Dum furibunda pios nodarent uincla lacertos. Dum furibunda pios nodarent uincla lacertos.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: n, oa: n, ma: Y, gl: AabBv, pat: DDDS
while hostile bands bound holy arms.
CdV 382. Extemplo nexus combussit flamma feroces, Extemplo nexus combussit flamma feroces,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: m, pat: DSSD
Fire immediately burnt through cruel bindings,
CdV 383. Sed sacra sanctorum non quibat membra cremare. Sed sacra sanctorum non quibat membra cremare.
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: m, pat: SSSD
but could not burn the holy limbs of those blessed boys.
CdV 384. O mirum dictu, pueros quod flamma camini O mirum dictu, pueros quod flamma camini
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
It is a wonder to tell that the flame of the oven should bake the boys
CdV 385. Torribus innocuis diro sub carcere coxit, Torribus innocuis diro sub carcere coxit,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
in the grim prison with harmless firebrands;
CdV 386. Verum uirginitas spreuit tormenta rogorum, Verum uirginitas spreuit tormenta rogorum,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: f, pat: DDSS
indeed, Virginity rebuffed the torments of the flames
CdV 387. Scintillante fide dum feruent corda uirorum. Scintillante fide dum feruent corda uirorum.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, pa: V?, ma: Y, e: m, pat: DDDS
while the hearts of the young men burned with sparkling faith.
CdV 388. Angelus ignicomis nam scandit sanctus ab astris Angelus ignicomis nam scandit sanctus ab astris
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: t, gl: aAcbB, pat: SDSS
For a holy angel descended from the flaming stars
CdV 389. Torrida cum gelidis sedans incendia flabris Torrida cum gelidis sedans incendia flabris
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vp, pa: p, oa: Vp, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
to quench the burning fire with icy blasts
CdV 390. Carbonumque globos extinguens imbre superno. Carbonumque globos extinguens imbre superno.
SSSS

sa: 2\3, ta: p, pat: abVAB
extinguishing red-hot lumps of coal a heavenly shower.
CdV 391. Sed priscos tantum cur patres pagina prodat, Sed priscos tantum cur patres pagina prodat,
DDDD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: AaVVBC, pat: DDSS
But why does the page only proclaim ancient fathers
CdV 392. Limpida quos celebrant ueterum monumenta librorum, Limpida quos celebrant ueterum monumenta librorum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, pa: cs, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
whom the clear testaments of ancient books celebrate,
CdV 393. Cum rudis antiquam praecellat gratia legem, Cum rudis antiquam praecellat gratia legem,
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
when the new dispensation, by which the gracious saviour
CdV 394. Saluator clemens qua saecula cuncta beauit? Saluator clemens qua saecula cuncta beauit?
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, pat: DDSS
blessed the whole world, outshines the old law?
CdV 395. Virginibus uates tum primo exempla Iohannes Virginibus uates tum primo exempla Iohannes
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: c, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
First then, the prophet JOHN, filled with divine inspiration,
CdV 396. Edidit affatim sacro spiramine plenus; Edidit affatim sacro spiramine plenus;
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
eloquently gave an example for virgins.
CdV 397. Qui dominum obtrusus sensit genetricis ab aluo Qui dominum obtrusus sensit genetricis ab aluo
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
While still encased in his mother’s womb he sensed the lord,
CdV 398. Pignus caelorum terris gestante Maria. Pignus caelorum terris gestante Maria.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
while Mary was bearing a heavenly child for earth.
CdV 399. Hic erat in saltu siluestria pabula mellis Hic erat in saltu siluestria pabula mellis
DSSS

sa: 2\3, oa: c, ma: c, ha: Y
He dwelled in woodland, champing as sustenance
CdV 400. Atque locustarum mandens corpuscula frugi; Atque locustarum mandens corpuscula frugi;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: aVbAB, pat: DSSS
the forest food of honey and the bodies of locusts;
CdV 401. Cetera nectareae contempsit fercula pompae. Cetera nectareae contempsit fercula pompae.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, gl: aCvAB, pat: DSDS
he despised other meals of sweet splendour.
CdV 402. Hunc Gabrihel patri sanctus praedixerat ante Hunc Gabrihel patri sanctus praedixerat ante
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: l, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, pat: DDSD
Blessed Gabriel had foretold his birth to his father
CdV 403. Dextris altaris promens oracula uati, Dextris altaris promens oracula uati,
DSSS

fs: 4\2, pat: SDSS
at the right hand of the altar by offering prophecies to the priest ,
CdV 404. Turibulum aurato cum ferret sorte sacello. Turibulum aurato cum ferret sorte sacello.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: c, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
as he happened to carry the thurible in its golden shrine.
CdV 405. Sed cum forte foret felix praecursor adultus Sed cum forte foret felix praecursor adultus
DSSS

fs: 4d, sa: 2\3, ta: t, h: m
But when by chance this fortunate precursor grew to be an adult
CdV 406. Atque prophetali iam maturesceret aeuo, Atque prophetali iam maturesceret aeuo,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and had matured to prophetic age,
CdV 407. Praedicat aduentum Christi paranimphus in orbe Praedicat aduentum Christi paranimphus in orbe
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: n, ta: n, pa: n, ma: Y, gl: vaBAb, pat: DDDS
he, the groomsman, foretold Christ’s coming in the world,
CdV 408. Plures conuertens sacro sermone cateruas. Plures conuertens sacro sermone cateruas.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSDS
converting many multitudes through his holy preaching.
CdV 409. Namque salutiferum mundus baptista Tonantem Namque salutiferum mundus baptista Tonantem
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: cp, pa: cV, oa: V, ma: Y, e: h, pat: DSDS
Indeed, the pure Baptist immersing the salvation-bringing Thunderer
CdV 410. Diluit aequoreis mergens in gurgite limphis; Diluit aequoreis mergens in gurgite limphis;
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: fp, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
in the stream, dipped him in flowing waters;
CdV 411. Accipit inde latex mox munera sacra salutis, Accipit inde latex mox munera sacra salutis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: AbvaB, pat: DDSS
whereupon that liquid immediately took on the blessed gifts of salvation
CdV 412. Plurima quadratum quae nunc sparguntur in orbem, Plurima quadratum quae nunc sparguntur in orbem,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: sV?, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
which are now sprinkled in great abundance throughout the four corners of the earth,
CdV 413. Dum populi passim baptismi dona capessunt. Dum populi passim baptismi dona capessunt.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: u, pa: m, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
where people everywhere receive the gifts of baptism.
CdV 414. Sic fulsit felix uirgo baptista Iohannes Sic fulsit felix uirgo baptista Iohannes
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: ps, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
In this way the blessed virgin, John the Baptist, shone brightly,
CdV 415. Nuntius et domini dictus praecursor in aeuum; Nuntius et domini dictus praecursor in aeuum;
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
and is forever known as the messenger and precursor of the Lord.
CdV 416. Quem genuit sero patris ueneranda propago, Quem genuit sero patris ueneranda propago,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: s, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Although his mother had lacked a fecund body,
CdV 417. Quamuis fecundo caruisset corpore mater Quamuis fecundo caruisset corpore mater
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: dV, ta: dV?, pa: dV?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
and for a long time her womb grew cold in a sterile belly
CdV 418. Iamdudum et sterili matrix algesceret aluo. Iamdudum et sterili matrix algesceret aluo.
DDDS

sa: 3\2, ta: fv, pa: fv, oa: fv, ma: fv, ha: Y, pat: abvAB
his father’s venerable stock sired him late in life.
CdV 419. Nullus erat potior muliebri uiscere natus Nullus erat potior muliebri uiscere natus
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, gl: aBVAb, pat: DSSS
No one, born from a woman’s womb, was greater,
CdV 420. Ni medicus mundi, proles generata Tonantis; Ni medicus mundi, proles generata Tonantis;
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, ta: p, pa: vp, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: AabBV, pat: SDSS
except the physician of the world, the begotten son of the Thunderer.
CdV 421. Idcirco mundus mundum sine labe piacli Idcirco mundus mundum sine labe piacli
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: p, pat: SSSS
And so, John, being pure, cleansed the one pure without the stain of sin,
CdV 422. Abluit et laticis Christum sub flumine tinxit Abluit et laticis Christum sub flumine tinxit
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, pa: ns, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and in the river’s flow he dipped Christ
CdV 423. Humida fluctiuagi sacrantem caerula ponti Humida fluctiuagi sacrantem caerula ponti
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, pa: c, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: VABab, pat: DDSS
who sanctified the azure waters of the undulating sea
CdV 424. Fontibus et uitreis donantem munera partus, Fontibus et uitreis donantem munera partus,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: d, pa: s, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and granted the gifts of birth with clear streams,
CdV 425. Dum uetuli redeunt iterum ad cunabula uitae. Dum uetuli redeunt iterum ad cunabula uitae.
SDSS

sa: 4\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: V, ha: Y
as the old return once more to the cradle of life.
CdV 426. Tunc linquente Deo torrentum marmora glauca Tunc linquente Deo torrentum marmora glauca
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, pa: c, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
Then as Christ God was emerging from the blue surface of water
CdV 427. Ac ripas lustrante piis cum passibus amnis Ac ripas lustrante piis cum passibus amnis
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: c, pat: SDSS
and with devout paces stepped onto the river’s banks,
CdV 428. Alta supernorum patuerunt claustra polorum; Alta supernorum patuerunt claustra polorum;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
the lofty confines of heaven above opened up
CdV 429. Aethera celsa tonant, dum fatur rector Olimpi Aethera celsa tonant, dum fatur rector Olimpi
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and the skies on high thundered, as the ruler of Olympus, spoke,
CdV 430. Compellans sobolem serbo currente per aethram: Compellans sobolem serbo currente per aethram:
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
addressing his son, with words that ran through the air:
CdV 431. “Hic est ecce meus dilectus filius”, infit, “Hic est ecce meus dilectus filius”, infit,
DDSS

fs: 3\2, pa: s, pat: DSDS
‘Behold’, He said, ‘this is my beloved son who it pleases me
CdV 432. “Qui mihi complacuit totum regnare per orbem.” “Qui mihi complacuit totum regnare per orbem.”
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, pa: s, pat: DDSD
should rule throughout the whole world.’
CdV 433. Caelitus ad Christum descendit spiritus almus Caelitus ad Christum descendit spiritus almus
DDSD

sa: 3\2
The gracious spirit came down to Christ,
CdV 434. Praepetis adueniens iam per simulacra columbae: Praepetis adueniens iam per simulacra columbae:
DSSS

sa: 3\2
coming now in the image of a swift dove.
CdV 435. Haec auis idcirco confertur flamine sacro, Haec auis idcirco coffertur flamine sacro,
DDSS

sa: 3\2, ca: p, ma: p, ha: Y
This bird , is therefore bestowed by the Holy Ghost,
CdV 436. Sola caret quoniam crudelis felle ueneni, Sola caret quoniam crudelis felle ueneni,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: Vs, ta: s, pa: Vs, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
since it alone lacks the bitterness of cruel poison
CdV 437. Cetera quo ringens stomachatur turba uolucrum; Cetera quo ringens stomachatur turba uolucrum;
DSSS

sa: 2\3, ca: l
with which the angry flock of other birds is incensed:
CdV 438. Mitia sed gestat candescens ilia praepes. Mitia sed gestat candescens ilia praepes.
DSDS

sa: 3\2, ta: m
but this gleaming bird has a gentle heart.
CdV 439. Plurima pro Christo patiens tormenta prophetes Plurima pro Christo patiens tormenta prophetes
DDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: n, gl: aBVAb, pat: DSSS
This prophet suffered very many torments for Christ’s sake of:
CdV 440. Carceris illuuiem et furuas sine luce latebras Carceris illuuiem et furuas sine luce latebras
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SDSS
he endured the filth of prison and gloomy pits lacking light while he condemned
CdV 441. Pertulit atrocis damnans conubia regis, Pertulit atrocis damnans conubia regis,
SDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: s, ma: s, ha: Y, pat: VabAB
the marriage of the unkind king, who had shattered the rules of consanguinity
CdV 442. Qui consanguinei disrupit foedera, fratris Qui consanguinei disrupit foedera, fratris
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: d, pa: c, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
by defiling the bed of his full brother against the sanctity of lawful wedlock.
CdV 443. Germani thalamum incestans sine iure tororum; Germani thalamum incestans sine iure tororum;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
CdV 444. Acriter idcirco compescit uoce tyrannum Acriter idcirco compescit uoce tyrannum
DDDS

fs: 3\3, ca: l, pat: SDSS
For that reason, without fearing the terrible torments of unspeakable death,
CdV 445. Non metuens furibunda necis tormenta nefandae. Non metuens furibunda necis tormenta nefandae.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
John restrained the tyrant with his words.
CdV 446. Protinus effuso rubuerunt sanguine lances, Protinus effuso rubuerunt sanguine lances,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DDSS
Platters were reddened forthwith with flowing blood
CdV 447. Dum caput abscisum populi ad conuiuia portant, Dum caput abscisum populi ad conuiuia portant,
SDSS

sa: 4\2, ta: p, oa: p, ha: Y
and bore to the banquet of people his cut-off head,
CdV 448. Quod regina ferox per natam fraude poposcit Quod regina ferox per natam fraude poposcit
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: AbVaB, pat: DDSS
which the vicious queen demanded deceptively through her daughter,
CdV 449. Scenica uirgineo monstrantem ludicra saltu. Scenica uirgineo monstrantem ludicra saltu.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
who demonstrating a dramatic diversion with a young girl’s dance.
CdV 450. Sic igitur Christum signauit sanguinis ostro Sic igitur Christum signauit sanguinis ostro
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, gl: AbBaC, pat: DSSS
So therefore by the purple blood signified Christ,
CdV 451. Horrendum mundi medicantem uulnere uulnus, Horrendum mundi medicantem uulnere uulnus,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
healing with a wound the dread wounds of the world:
CdV 452. Dum crucis in patulo suspensum stipite poenas Dum crucis in patulo suspensum stipite poenas
DSDD

fs: 4d, sa: 2\3, oa: V?, ha: Y, h: m, pat: VAabBC
while he hung on the spreading branch of a cross
CdV 453. Cogeret insontem uiolentia ferre reorum. Cogeret insontem uiolentia ferre reorum.
DSSS

fs: 4\3, ca: c, gl: CabBA, pat: SDDD
the violence of the guilty compelled an innocent to suffer.
CdV 454. Sed tamen optatam senserunt saecla salutem, Sed tamen optatam senserunt saecla salutem,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: vV?, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: VabBA, pat: DSSD
Nevertheless, generations experienced longed-for salvation,
CdV 455. Dum Deus ad herebi uagas descenderit umbras Dum Deus ad herebi uagas descenderit umbras
DDSS

fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
when Christ God descended to the wandering shades of Hell
CdV 456. Ferrea uectiferae fracturus limina ualuae; Ferrea uectiferae fracturus limina ualuae;
DSSS

sa: 2\3, oa: c, pat: aBvAb
in order to break open the iron access fitted with a bar.
CdV 457. Aerea portarum quassauit claustra tetrarum, Aerea portarum quassauit claustra tetrarum,
SDSS

sa: 1\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: cV, ma: cV, ha: Y, pat: AabVB
He shattered the bronze bolts of the gloomy gates,
CdV 458. Vt psalmista prius praesaga uoce canebat Vt psalmista prius praesaga uoce canebat
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
just as the prophetic Psalmist previously proclaimed in song,
CdV 459. Passurum mundi promens in calce Tonantem. Passurum mundi promens in calce Tonantem.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pat: SDSS
proclaiming that the Thunderer was to suffer at the world’s end.
CdV 460. Promere nunc nitor sacrum sermone Iohannem, Promere nunc nitor sacrum sermone Iohannem,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Now I shall strive in my speech to proclaim the blessed JOHN,
CdV 461. Qui fuit accubitor Christo gratissimus almo. Qui fuit accubitor Christo gratissimus almo.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, pa: Vv, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Who most beloved by merciful Christ and reclined upon his breast of.
CdV 462. Pectore de sacro sorbebat flumina doctor, Pectore de sacro sorbebat flumina doctor,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: sl, pa: l, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
This learned man drank fountains from the sacred breast;
CdV 463. Imbribus aeternis sitiens ingurgitat aluum; Imbribus aeternis sitiens ingurgitat aluum;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: m, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
the thirsty one sated his stomach with eternal streams,
CdV 464. Florida qui castae seruauit tempora uitae Florida qui castae seruauit tempora uitae
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: avBAb, pat: DSSS
and he kept the blooming condition of chaste life
CdV 465. Horrescens penitus falsae commercia carnis. Horrescens penitus falsae commercia carnis.
DSSS

sa: 3\3, ta: v, oa: v, ha: Y
shrinking utterly from any dealings with false flesh.
CdV 466. Plurimus idcirco deuulgans semina famae Plurimus idcirco deuulgans semina famae
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: ld, pa: d, oa: ld, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
For that reason very many tales of his virtues grew frequent ,
CdV 467. Virtutum rumor latum crebrescit in orbem: Virtutum rumor latum crebrescit in orbem:
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: aAvBb, pat: DDSS
spreading the seeds of his fame throughout the wide world.
CdV 468. Non igitur speciem per singula sermo retexit, Non igitur speciem per singula sermo retexit,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Hence, this account has not divulged specific particulars,
CdV 469. Sed genus explanat salebroso pagina uersu. Sed genus explanat salebroso pagina uersu.
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: c, pat: DSSS
but rather this written work discloses generalities in uneven verse.
CdV 470. Suscitat interea sopita cadauera leto, Suscitat interea sopita cadauera leto,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: cs, pa: s, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
Meanwhile, he raises corpses put to sleep in death,
CdV 471. Quae gelidae strictim nodabant uincula mortis; Quae gelidae strictim nodabant uincula mortis;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vd, pa: cd, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
which the bonds of chilly death had tightly bound;
CdV 472. Dedidit obtutum caecorum lumina tangens; Dedidit obtutum caecorum lumina tangens;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: pV?, pa: V?, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
by touching the eyes of the blind he gave them sight;
CdV 473. Claudos firmatis mox iussit pergere plantis; Claudos firmatis mox iussit pergere plantis;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: cV, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, pat: DSSS
he commanded the crippled straightaway to go forth on well-founded feet;
CdV 474. Armoniam surdi sumpserunt aure sonoram Armoniam surdi sumpserunt aure sonoram
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ta: t, pa: t, oa: t, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
the deaf received sonorous harmony in their ears
CdV 475. Necnon et muti soluebant labra loquelis; Necnon et muti soluebant labra loquelis;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, pat: SDDS
and likewise the mute loosened their lips in speech;
CdV 476. Sanatis manibus concessit uiuere mancos; Sanatis manibus concessit uiuere mancos;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: abBA, pat: SSSS
he granted the maimed to live with healed hands.
CdV 477. Atra uenenorum non sensit damna nigrorum, Atra uenenorum non sensit damna nigrorum,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: s, ca: s, ta: s, pa: fs, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: aBVAb, pat: DSSS
Although one were to swallow lethal draughts down the throat,
CdV 478. Quamuis letiferos sorberet faucibus haustus. Quamuis letiferos sorberet faucibus haustus.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
one would not feel the dark damage of black poisons.
CdV 479. Sic legimus prisco uulgatum tempore Saulum; Sic legimus prisco uulgatum tempore Saulum;
DDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: f, oa: p, ma: f, ha: Y
We have also read of the one commonly called SAUL in ancient time:
CdV 480. Imperiis procerum qui Christi dogmata dempsit Imperiis procerum qui Christi dogmata dempsit
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSDS
he crushed Christ’s teachings at the commands of princes;
CdV 481. Alma beatorum contorquens membra uirorum, Alma beatorum contorquens membra uirorum,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
torturing the holy limbs of saintly men
CdV 482. Dum priscae uoluit legis regnare latebras Dum priscae uoluit legis regnare latebras
SDDS

sa: 3\2, ca: d, ta: d, pa: d, oa: d, ma: d, ha: Y
because he wished the darkness of the old law to hold sway,
CdV 483. Et Christo patrios ueterum praeponere ritus. Et Christo patrios ueterum praeponere ritus.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and to prefer the rites of the ancient fathers to Christ.
CdV 484. Vertitur interea: mutato nomine sanctus Vertitur interea: mutato nomine sanctus
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: m, e: m, pat: SSSS
However, a change came about: with a change of name,
CdV 485. Paulus apostolicae meruit praeconia famae; Paulus apostolicae meruit praeconia famae;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: rc, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, e: h, pat: SDSS
blessed PAUL merited the recognition of apostolic fame.
CdV 486. Infula uirgineo quem floret sacra pudore, Infula uirgineo quem floret sacra pudore,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: CAaBb, pat: DSSS
This holy distinction adorned him in chaste modesty,
CdV 487. Quamuis iamdudum damnaret carcere tetro Quamuis iamdudum damnaret carcere tetro
DSSS

sa: 4\2, ta: c, oa: Vc, ma: V, ha: Y
even though he had previously condemned to dark prison
CdV 488. Membra cateruarum seruantum foedera Christi. Membra cateruarum seruantum foedera Christi.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: g, pa: d, oa: g, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the limbs of many men who were keeping Christ’s covenant.
CdV 489. Sed Deus excelsus, qui mutat corda reorum, Sed Deus excelsus, qui mutat corda reorum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: m, pa: s, oa: m, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
But God on high, who turns the hearts of the guilty,
CdV 490. Traxit ouem egregiam saeua de fauce luporum; Traxit ouem egregiam saeua de fauce luporum;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
snatched an outstanding lamb from the savage jaws of wolves;
CdV 491. Qui plerumque tetros furua nigredine coruos Qui plerumque tetros furua nigredine coruos
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SSDS
he who more than once turned dark ravens with their dusky blackness
CdV 492. Vertit in albentes glauco sine felle columbas, Vertit in albentes glauco sine felle columbas,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: pV?, pa: pc, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
into bright-white doves without grey rancour,
CdV 493. Dum sceleratorum clementer crimina laxat Dum sceleratorum clementer crimina laxat
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: d, ca: d, ta: d, pa: d, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
granting the bright gifts of holy virtues,
CdV 494. Candida uirtutum concedens dona sacrarum; Candida uirtutum concedens dona sacrarum;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, pat: DDSS
mercifully relaxes the punishments of the guilty.
CdV 495. Quem pater ingeminans alta bis clamat ab arce; Quem pater ingeminans alta bis clamat ab arce;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, gl: AbaBV, pat: DSSS
and he was the one whom the father, repeating himself,
CdV 496. Tunc ruit in faciem prostrato poplite Paulus Tunc ruit in faciem prostrato poplite Paulus
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
twice summoned from his citadel on high; and Paul, pressed in with darkness
CdV 497. Stipatus tenebris et clari luminis expers: Stipatus tenebris et clari luminis expers:
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: p, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and lacking bright light, fell on his face with bended knee.
CdV 498. Quamuis caecatus sentiret damna pupillae, Quamuis caecatus sentiret damna pupillae,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ta: c, pa: cp, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Although, being blind, he experienced the loss of eyesight,
CdV 499. Ast tamen e caelo uidit fulgescere solem, Ast tamen e caelo uidit fulgescere solem,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: rV, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
yet he however saw the sun shining in the sky,
CdV 500. Pectora qui semper lustrauit luce serena Pectora qui semper lustrauit luce serena
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: sf, pa: s, oa: sf, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
which always brightened his heart with its gentle light.
CdV 501. Hic erat egregius doctor mundique magister Hic erat egregius doctor mundique magister
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, pa: c, ma: Y, gl: AabVBC, pat: DSSS
This man was an outstanding doctor and teacher of the world,
CdV 502. Barbara conuertens doctrinis agmina sacris. Barbara conuertens doctrinis agmina sacris.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
converting barbarian hordes with sacred teachings.
CdV 503. Quadripedis uituli Lucas formatur adinstar; Quadripedis uituli Lucas formatur adinstar;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: SSSS
LUKE is given the likeness of a four-footed calf;
CdV 504. Lucida diuino scripsit qui dogmata libro Lucida diuino scripsit qui dogmata libro
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: sc, pa: c, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and he wrote lucid doctrines in his sacred book
CdV 505. Septuaginta patrum scribens et nomina septem, Septuaginta patrum scribens et nomina septem,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: s, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
setting down the seventy-seven names of the fathers
CdV 506. E quibus omnipotens regnorum gloria Christus E quibus omnipotens regnorum gloria Christus
DSSS

sa: 3\3, oa: cm, ha: Y
from whom almighty Christ descended in the royalty’s glory
CdV 507. Gignitur et nostrae sumpsit cunabula carnis. Gignitur et nostrae sumpsit cunabula carnis.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: dv, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and took on being born in our own flesh.
CdV 508. Quem sacra uirgineis ornabant serta coronis, Quem sacra uirgineis ornabant serta coronis,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: fc, ta: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
The sacred garlands of a virginal crown adorned Luke;
CdV 509. Quatuor et decies cum septem degeret annos Quatuor et decies cum septem degeret annos
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, pa: cf, ma: Y, gl: AaCbBv, pat: DSSS
when he had lived for seventy-four years
CdV 510. Progeniem domini narrans ab origine prima, Progeniem domini narrans ab origine prima,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: r, pat: SSSS
having set out the Lord’s lineage of the from its first beginnings,
CdV 511. Dum chaos obstrusum et torpens confusio rerum Dum chaos obstrusum et torpens coffusio rerum
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, pa: c, pat: SSSD
when incomprehensible chaos and the stunning confusion of things
CdV 512. Tetrica terrificis texisset saecla latebris Tetrica terrificis texisset saecla latebris
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: p, pat: DSSS
had covered the dark world with terrifying blindness,
CdV 513. Thesaurosque poli reseraret claue paternos, Thesaurosque poli reseraret claue paternos,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: sc, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
Luke unlocked the treasury of the fathers with the key of heaven,
CdV 514. Donec quadrati praepollens conditor orbis Donec quadrati praepollens conditor orbis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
right back to the time when the most powerful founder of the four-cornered world
CdV 515. Florida sub nimbis formasset saecla supernis. Florida sub nimbis formasset saecla supernis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m, fs: 5\2, ca: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
had formed the fecund earth beneath the clouds above.
CdV 516. Hic medicus dudum sanabat uulnera carnis Hic medicus dudum sanabat uulnera carnis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m, fs: 4\3, sa: s, ca: d, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Some time before this physician used to heal the wounds of the flesh,
CdV 517. Putrida fibrarum procurans ulcera fotu; Putrida fibrarum procurans ulcera fotu;
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSSS
taking care of the putrid ulcers of innards with a poultice.
CdV 518. Vberius deinceps animarum crimina sontum Vberius deinceps animarum crimina sontum
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
But from then on still more completely through his written teaching
CdV 519. Et scelerum facinus, quae mentis uulnera patrant, Et scelerum facinus, quae mentis uulnera patrant,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, pat: SSSS
did this disciple of Paul remove the offences of sinning souls
CdV 520. Discipulus Pauli scripturae dogmate dempsit; Discipulus Pauli scripturae dogmate dempsit;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: abvBA, pat: DSSS
and the crime of wickedness, which bring about the wounds of the mind.
CdV 521. Denique post mortem sacratis ossibus ornat Denique post mortem sacratis ossibus ornat
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSSS
At last, after his death he adorned the seat of the Augustans
CdV 522. Sedem Augustorum, qua nunc monarchia mundi Sedem Augustorum, qua nunc monarchia mundi
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SSSS
with his consecrated bones where now the world’s sole ruler
CdV 523. Post Romae imperium sub caeli culmine regnat. Post Romae imperium sub caeli culmine regnat.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
reigns after the empire of Rome beneath the summit of the sky.
CdV 524. Roma sacerdotem clementem tempore prisco Roma sacerdotem clementem tempore prisco
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
In ancient times Rome produced a clement priest,
CdV 525. Edidit et merito cui dat clementia nomen; Edidit et merito cui dat clementia nomen;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 3\3, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: cs, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
to whom, rightly does clemency gives its name.
CdV 526. Quem Deus aethrali ditauit gratia gratis, Quem Deus aethrali ditauit gratia gratis,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ta: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
God freely endowed him with heavenly grace,
CdV 527. Dum se uirgineo seruaret munere mundum. Dum se uirgineo seruaret munere mundum.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: mV, pa: m, ma: Y, gl: AbVBa, pat: SDSS
since he kept himself pure through chastity’s gift. .
CdV 528. Hoc genuit pignus caelestis semine uerbi Hoc genuit pignus caelestis semine uerbi
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\3, ca: dc, pa: dr, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Peter, who presided over the height of the apostolic see
CdV 529. Et baptizandi tribuit cunabula sacra Et baptizandi tribuit cunabula sacra
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SSSS
bore this child through the seed of the heavenly word,
CdV 530. Petrus, apostolicae qui culmen praesidet aedis; Petrus, apostolicae qui culmen praesidet aedis;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: SSSS
and granted the holy beginnings of baptism.
CdV 531. Nam sacrum iugiter doctorem dogma docentem Nam sacrum iugiter doctorem dogma docentem
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
With faithful steps this devoted disciple matches the teacher,
CdV 532. Atque superna Dei crebro praecepta serentem Atque superna Dei crebro praecepta serentem
DSSS

fs: 2\3, ca: d, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
who is constantly teaching the teachings
CdV 533. Discipulus fidis deuotus passibus aequat. Discipulus fidis deuotus passibus aequat.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: l, pa: lp, oa: lp, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
and often planting the divine precepts of God.
CdV 534. Contigit idcirco longaeuos forte parentes Contigit idcirco longaeuos forte parentes
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
So it happened by chance that Clement observed
CdV 535. Et proprios pariter germanos uisere fratres, Et proprios pariter germanos uisere fratres,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: c, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
his aged parent and his own full brothers,
CdV 536. Quos Petrus, Christi clarus piscator in orbe, Quos Petrus, Christi clarus piscator in orbe,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V, ta: V, pa: Vv, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
whom Peter, Christ’s famous fisherman in this world,
CdV 537. Retibus angelicis raptos ex aequore mundi Retibus angelicis raptos ex aequore mundi
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, pat: SDSS
had caught up from the sea of the world in angelic nets,
CdV 538. Secum felices ad caeli sidera uexit. Secum felices ad caeli sidera uexit.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and drew them up to the stars of heaven to be blessed alongside him.
CdV 539. Tempore quo clarus fulsit regnator in orbe, Tempore quo clarus fulsit regnator in orbe,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: d, pat: SSSS
At the same time as a famous ruler shone forth in this world,
CdV 540. Cui Constantinus censebant saecula nomen, Cui Constantinus censebant saecula nomen,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, pat: SSSD
to whom the whole earth gave the name Constantine,
CdV 541. Siluester Roma degebat praesul in urbe, Siluester Roma degebat praesul in urbe,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, gl: aAbBV, pat: SDSS
Bishop SILVESTER was living in the city of Rome:
CdV 542. Sanctus apostolicae qui rexit culmina sedis. Sanctus apostolicae qui rexit culmina sedis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pat: DSSD
and this holy man governed the summits of the apostolic seat.
CdV 543. Plurima hic fecit uirtutum signa sacerdos, Plurima hic fecit uirtutum signa sacerdos,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: c, pat: DSDS
As a priest this man displayed very many signs of virtue which,
CdV 544. Quae modo per mundum chartis inserta legantur; Quae modo per mundum chartis inserta legantur;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
having been inscribed in the records are now read throughout the world.
CdV 545. Denique squamigerum uinxit uirtute draconem Denique squamigerum uinxit uirtute draconem
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: sV?, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
Moreover, through his virtue he once bound a scaly dragon,
CdV 546. Fortia ferratis constringens uincla catenis, Fortia ferratis constringens uincla catenis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: pc, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
constraining it with strong shackles and iron chains;
CdV 547. Qui prius e crypta funesto flamine spirans Qui prius e crypta funesto flamine spirans
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
previously the dragon, breathing deadly breath from its den ,
CdV 548. Romani regni uexabat iure cateruas, Romani regni uexabat iure cateruas,
SSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, ma: Y, e: h, gl: aVbAB, pat: SSSS
had rightly plagued the people of the Roman realm,
CdV 549. Dum contempserunt Christo famularier uni Dum contempserunt Christo famularier uni
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: m, pa: m, oa: m, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
for as long as they scorned to serve the one Christ,
CdV 550. Natricis horrendi cultum praestare putantes. Natricis horrendi cultum praestare putantes.
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, pat: DSSS
thinking that they preferred the worship of a terrifying serpent.
CdV 551. Sed cum strinxisset beluam collaribus artis Sed cum strinxisset beluam collaribus artis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SSSS
But when Silvester had bound the beast with a choking collar,
CdV 552. Morbida pestiferi compescens flabra draconis, Morbida pestiferi compescens flabra draconis,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: t, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
cutting off the deadly breath of the pestilential dragon,
CdV 553. Ciuibus exoritur mox exultatio laetis: Ciuibus exoritur mox exultatio laetis:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SDSS
rejoicing soon arose among the happy citizens:
CdV 554. “Bestia delituit, quae desaeuire solebat!” “Bestia delituit, quae desaeuire solebat!”
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 5\3, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?f, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
‘The beast, which used to vent its fury has been vanquished!’
CdV 555. Idcirco statim baptismi gratia fulgens Idcirco statim baptismi gratia fulgens
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSSS
Accordingly, at once the glittering grace of baptism
CdV 556. Caelitus illuxit Romanis arcibus ut sol. Caelitus illuxit Romanis arcibus ut sol.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, gl: AaBb, pat: SSSS
shone from on high on the Roman citadels, like the sun.
CdV 557. Hic Constantini curauit lurida membra Hic Constantini curauit lurida membra
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: r, pat: DSSS
This man also cured the pale limbs of Constantine,
CdV 558. Horrida leprosis explodens ulcera squamis, Horrida leprosis explodens ulcera squamis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pat: DSSS
bursting foul blisters covered with leprous scales,
CdV 559. Dum regnatorem Christi sub gurgite tinxit. Dum regnatorem Christi sub gurgite tinxit.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, pat: SSSS
when he dipped the ruler in the waters of Christ.
CdV 560. Quapropter Roma fregit dilubra sacelli Quapropter Roma fregit dilubra sacelli
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, ca: v, ta: v, pa: vV?, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Whereupon Rome broke up the shrines of the temple,
CdV 561. Prisca nefandorum contemnens fana deorum Prisca nefandorum contemnens fana deorum
DDSS

sa: 4\3, oa: c, ma: c, ha: Y, pat: AVbaB
scorning the ancient sanctuaries of wicked gods,
CdV 562. Et potiora rudis sectatur culmina templi, Et potiora rudis sectatur culmina templi,
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?m, ta: V?, pa: V?m, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and strove after the more potent heights of a fresh temple
CdV 563. Quae saluatoris signata cruore coruscant Quae saluatoris signata cruore coruscant
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: s, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
which sparkled with the mark of the saviour’s blood;
CdV 564. Perpetuosque Dei produnt per saecla triumphos. Perpetuosque Dei produnt per saecla triumphos.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SSSS
and proclaimed the perpetual triumphs of God throughout the ages.
CdV 565. Sic mundum propriis ornabat moribus amplum, Sic mundum propriis ornabat moribus amplum,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: sv, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Just so did Silvester adorn the wide world with his own demeanour
CdV 566. Dum regem Romae correxit dogmate Caristi. Dum regem Romae correxit dogmate Caristi.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, pat: SDSS
when he set Rome’s ruler right through the teachings of Christ.
CdV 567. Porro conflictum gessit dedasculus idem Porro cofflictum gessit dedasculus idem
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: t, pa: t, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Moreover, the same teacher waged a conflict
CdV 568. Contra bis senos certantes arte magistros, Contra bis senos certantes arte magistros,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
against twelve masters striving with skill
CdV 569. Qui pignus mundi fallaci uoce negabant, Qui pignus mundi fallaci uoce negabant,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
who with fraudulent voice denied the pure one’s pledge,
CdV 570. Dum mediatoris spernebant dona uocantis, Dum mediatoris spernebant dona uocantis,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3f | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
when they despised the gifts of the summoning mediator
CdV 571. Lucida perpetuae qui pandit limina uitae. Lucida perpetuae qui pandit limina uitae.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSSS
who lays open the brilliant threshold of perpetual life.
CdV 572. Quapropter cunctos fretus caelestibus armis Quapropter cunctos fretus caelestibus armis
DSSS

sa: 4\2, ta: Vc, oa: c, ma: V, ha: Y
For that reason, strengthened by heavenly weapons,
CdV 573. Vicerat extemplo uoti certamine compos Vicerat extemplo uoti certamine compos
DSSS

fs: 4\2, sa: c, pa: r, ma: Y, pat: SSDD
he was granted his wish and straightaway conquered all in combat;
CdV 574. Ac uelut aduersus frendentes ore molosos, Ac uelut aduersus frendentes ore molosos,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?f, pa: f, ma: Y, gl: VAbBa, pat: DDSS
and, as if facing mastiffs gnashing with their jaws
CdV 575. Frustra qui superas implent latratibus auras, Frustra qui superas implent latratibus auras,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, gl: AvCBb, pat: DSSS
that fill the upper air in vain with their barking,
CdV 576. Ferrea scripturae direxit spicula miles, Ferrea scripturae direxit spicula miles,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: sV?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: sV, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
this warrior directed the iron darts of Scripture,
CdV 577. Dum consternati mos omnes terga dederunt Dum consternati mos omnes terga dederunt
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: c, pat: DDSS
until, in shock, they all soon turned their backs,
CdV 578. Excepto Zambri, qui tunc necromantia fretus Excepto Zambri, qui tunc necromantia fretus
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: vf, ta: v, pa: v, oa: vf, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
except for Zambrius, who, relying at the time on necromancy
CdV 579. Ignarum populum strofosa fraude fefellit. Ignarum populum strofosa fraude fefellit.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: AVBba, pat: DDSS
deceived the unwitting people with devious trickery.
CdV 580. Dum magus in taurum pellax sine uoce susurrat, Dum magus in taurum pellax sine uoce susurrat,
DSDS

sa: 4\2, pat: aVBba
When the glib magician whispered without a voice to a bull,
CdV 581. Corruit in terram quadrupes spiracula linquens: Corruit in terram quadrupes spiracula linquens:
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V, pa: cV, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the quadruped fell to the ground bereft of breath,
CdV 582. Vastus tunc uulgi clamor ferit aethera nimbi. Vastus tunc uulgi clamor ferit aethera nimbi.
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, gl: aVbAB, pat: DSSS
and a mighty clamour from the crowd struck the clouds up in the sky.
CdV 583. Sed tamen intrepidus dominum Siluester adorat, Sed tamen intrepidus dominum Siluester adorat,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: s, pa: r, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
But nonetheless Silvester, undaunted, adored the Lord,
CdV 584. Vt plebs, quam Christus pretiosi sanguinis ostro Vt plebs, quam Christus pretiosi sanguinis ostro
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V, pa: Vs, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SSSS
so that common folk, whom Christ through the purple of his precious blood
CdV 585. Reddidit immunem sublata fraude maligni, Reddidit immunem sublata fraude maligni,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
rendered immune when the evil one’s deception was removed,
CdV 586. Tetro haud fallatur falsi fantasmate Zambri. Tetro haud fallatur falsi fantasmate Zambri.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
were not at all deceived by the foul fantasies of false Zambrius.
CdV 587. Mox igitur tauri prostratum morte cadauer Mox igitur tauri prostratum morte cadauer
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: AbaVB, pat: SSSS
So straightaway Silvester roused the bull’s cadaver,
CdV 588. Suscitat exertis absoluens uincula nodis Suscitat exertis absoluens uincula nodis
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: d, gl: AaVBC, pat: DSSS
prostrate in death and, having cast off its restrictions he released the bonds
CdV 589. Et mitem armento fecit succedere taurum: Et mitem armento fecit succedere taurum:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: Vp, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
he caused the calm bull to rejoin its herd.
CdV 590. Tunc populi passim clamabant uoce Tonantem, Tunc populi passim clamabant uoce Tonantem,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: u, pat: DSSS
Then all around the peoples proclaimed with their cries the Thunderer;
CdV 591. Laudantes dominum coeperunt reddere grates. Laudantes dominum coeperunt reddere grates.
DSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
praising the Lord they began to render thanks.
CdV 592. Hic fuit, ut fertur, comes integritatis, adeptus Hic fuit, ut fertur, comes integritatis, adeptus
SSSS

sa: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: sV, ma: V, ha: Y
This man was, as has been said, a companion of chastity
CdV 593. Donec supernam claudebat tempore uitam. Donec supernam claudebat tempore uitam.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SDSS
right up to the time he passed his time and attained a heavenly life.
CdV 594. Rex Constantinus quondam praesagia certa Rex Constantinus quondam praesagia certa
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
At one time Constantine the ruler examined
CdV 595. Atque futurarum rimatur somnia rerum. Atque futurarum rimatur somnia rerum.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: s, pat: DSSS
certain forebodings and dreams of things to come.
CdV 596. Culcita dum plumis Augustos sterneret artus, Culcita dum plumis Augustos sterneret artus,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: v, pat: SSSS
For when he stretched his lordly limbs on a feather-bed mattress,
CdV 597. Cernens matronae rugosae forte figuram Cernens matronae rugosae forte figuram
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SDSD
he looked and saw by chance in his swooning
CdV 598. Vidit in extasi deformem fronte uetusta, Vidit in extasi deformem fronte uetusta,
DDDD

fs: 4d, sa: 2\3, ta: t, oa: n, ma: nt, ha: Y
the deformed figure of a wrinkled old woman , aged in appearance,
CdV 599. Cernua quae graditur tremulis agitata lacertis; Cernua quae graditur tremulis agitata lacertis;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
hunched over and walking shakily with trembling limbs;
CdV 600. Insuper hanc mortis iam sors mulcarat acerba. Insuper hanc mortis iam sors mulcarat acerba.
DSSS

sa: 2\3, pat: aBVAb
and on top of this, the bitter fate of death had already afflicted her.
CdV 601. Imperat illustris regem sermone sacerdos Imperat illustris regem sermone sacerdos
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m, fs: 5\2, pa: m, oa: m, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
The famous priest Silvester spoke and ordered Constantine the ruler
CdV 602. Siluester Constantinum, decrepita membra Siluester Constantinum, decrepita membra
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, ca: f, ta: cf, pa: cf, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: aVAVbB, pat: SDSS
to revive the decrepit limbs of the old woman
CdV 603. Suscitet ut uetulae rursus cum sospite uita. Suscitet ut uetulae rursus cum sospite uita.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3f | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SSDS
so that she would once again have a healthy life.
CdV 604. Tunc regis precibus surrexit bella puella, Tunc regis precibus surrexit bella puella,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Then, at the ruler’s prayers, a beautiful young girl arose,
CdV 605. Quam prius effigies turpabat torua senectae, Quam prius effigies turpabat torua senectae,
DDSS

sa: 3\3, ta: s, oa: s, ha: Y
one whom previously the cruel countenance of old age
CdV 606. Et licet ante situs torperet morte cadauer, Et licet ante situs torperet morte cadauer,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: t, pa: t, oa: t, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
had sullied and, although she lay stiff as a corpse in the death of decay,
CdV 607. Fit tamen extemplo formosa puerpera uultu. Fit tamen extemplo formosa puerpera uultu.
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: avbBA, pat: DSSS
yet nonetheless she straightaway become a young woman with a beautiful face.
CdV 608. Quam rex contemplatus ouans cum stemmate comit Quam rex contemplatus ouans cum stemmate comit
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: c, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
The ruler observed her, and rejoicing wreathes her with a crown,
CdV 609. Tempora praecingens auro flauente corona Tempora praecingens auro flauente corona
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: r, pa: m, oa: m, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
surrounding her temples with a garland of yellow gold,
CdV 610. Et peplo clamidis necnon cicladibus ornat; Et peplo clamidis necnon cicladibus ornat;
SDDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and he also adorns her with the wrapping of a robe and with gowns.
CdV 611. Vt regina gestat rubicunda crepundia collo: Vt regina gestat rubicunda crepundia collo:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: p, pat: SSSD
Like a queen, she wore a ruby necklace round her neck,
CdV 612. Talis erat species formosae uirginis alma. Talis erat species formosae uirginis alma.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 3f | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SDDD
such was the splendid appearance of this beautiful virgin.
CdV 613. Tunc Helena docens regem sermone futura Tunc Helena docens regem sermone futura
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: f, pat: DDSS
Then Helen spoke and taught the ruler about what was to be,
CdV 614. Sic ait Augusto depromens omina somni: Sic ait Augusto depromens omina somni:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: c, pat: DSSS
explaining everything in the dream, and addressing the emperor as follows:
CdV 615. “Haec tua semper erit leti calceque carebit, “Haec tua semper erit leti calceque carebit,
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: c, oa: s, ha: Y, pat: AbVCB
‘She will always be yours and will escape the end of death
CdV 616. Vltima ni diris cum flagrent saecula flammis.” Vltima ni diris cum flagrent saecula flammis.”
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: nd, pa: n, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
except when the last ages burn in dread flames.’
CdV 617. Cumque toro foret Augustus perterritus alto, Cumque toro foret Augustus perterritus alto,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?c, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
And after the emperor became terrified in his high bed,
CdV 618. Pallidus euigilat somni formidine captus; Pallidus euigilat somni formidine captus;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: m, gl: abVAB, pat: DSDS
pale, unable to sleep, and gripped in fear of the dream.
CdV 619. Conglobat in coetum disertos arte sophistas, Conglobat in coetum disertos arte sophistas,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: nV?, ma: Y, e: s, gl: AabB, pat: SDDS
He brought together in a group of the learned eloquent in skill,
CdV 620. Gymnica qui iactant uentoso dogmata fatu. Gymnica qui iactant uentoso dogmata fatu.
DSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f-, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
who discussed scholarly teachings in windy speech.
CdV 621. Quos rogat, ut rerum sibi fata latentia soluant, Quos rogat, ut rerum sibi fata latentia soluant,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: cl, pa: l, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
So that they might explain the fates of what was hidden for him,
CdV 622. Quae dudum in stratis signant arcana futura. Quae dudum in stratis signant arcana futura.
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: c, pat: DSSS
he asked them what future secrets were signified while he lay in bed.
CdV 623. Sed cum forte nihil stolido sermone referrent, Sed cum forte nihil stolido sermone referrent,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SDSS
But when by chance, however, they produced nothing with their obtuse speech,
CdV 624. Plurima sed falsis finxissent friuola uerbis, Plurima sed falsis finxissent friuola uerbis,
SSSS

sa: 4\3, ta: r, oa: r, ha: Y
but they had feigned very many frivolities in false words.
CdV 625. Tunc rex frugales ieiunans castigat artus Tunc rex frugales ieiunans castigat artus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
Then the emperor, by fasting, punished his spare body
CdV 626. Atque dies septem declinat fercula pompae Atque dies septem declinat fercula pompae
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V?, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and for seven days he refused rich foods,
CdV 627. A Christo domino poscens oracula pandi. A Christo domino poscens oracula pandi.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
asking that the prophecies be revealed by Christ the Lord.
CdV 628. Nox ruit et tetro mundum uelamine uallat Nox ruit et tetro mundum uelamine uallat
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: Vs, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Night fell and surrounded the world with its dark covering
CdV 629. Necnon et furuis terram complectitur alis: Necnon et furuis terram complectitur alis:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, e: s, pat: SSSS
and embraced the earth with its dusky wings.
CdV 630. Tum sopor in strato regales occupat artus; Tum sopor in strato regales occupat artus;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
Then when sleep overtook the regal limbs in the bed,
CdV 631. Cui Siluester ait pandens misteria rerum: Cui Siluester ait pandens misteria rerum:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, pa: V, oa: Vp, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Silvester spoke to him, revealing the mysteries of things:
CdV 632. “Femina, quam torua creuisti luce uetustam, “Femina, quam torua creuisti luce uetustam,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: d, oa: d, ma: Y, gl: aVbAB, pat: DSDD
‘The woman, who you believed was old with a cruel countenance,
CdV 633. Quae tibi horrebat multum squalente senecta, Quae tibi horrebat multum squalente senecta,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: pV?, ta: p, pa: pV?, oa: p, ma: Y, gl: AavBb, pat: DDSD
who greatly appalled you in her barren old age,
CdV 634. Vrbs est, quam uulgo Bizanti nomine dicunt: Vrbs est, quam uulgo Bizanti nomine dicunt:
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: p, gl: aAbCB, pat: DSSS
is the city which folk commonly call by the name of Byzantium:
CdV 635. Constantinopolis post haec uocitetur in aeuum! Constantinopolis post haec uocitetur in aeuum!
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: t, ta: t, pa: tp, oa: tp, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
after this, let it be called Constantinople for ever.
CdV 636. Nomine nempe tuo gestat per saecla triumphos; Nomine nempe tuo gestat per saecla triumphos;
SSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
Indeed, in your name it will act out triumphs throughout the ages.
CdV 637. In qua murorum praecelsa cacumina quondam In qua murorum praecelsa cacumina quondam
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: s, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
In the place where once the walls’ lofty heights have grown old
CdV 638. Nunc prostrata solo ueterescunt arce ruenti; Nunc prostrata solo ueterescunt arce ruenti;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and now, with the citadel crumbling, they have collapsed on the ground.
CdV 639. Moenia marcescunt et propugnacula nutant, Moenia marcescunt et propugnacula nutant,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: l, oa: l, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
The barricades fall away and the parapets totter,
CdV 640. Quae quassat caries et frangit fessa uetustas. Quae quassat caries et frangit fessa uetustas.
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: VabBA, pat: DSSS
decay breaks them and tired old age destroys them.
CdV 641. Sed te conseruare mea praecepta iubebo: Sed te conseruare mea praecepta iubebo:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
But I shall order you to keep my commands:
CdV 642. Cornipedis spina uectus per squalida rura Cornipedis spina uectus per squalida rura
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SSSS
while being carried on the back of a hoofed animal through barren country,
CdV 643. Cuspide uexilli scrobem sulcare memento; Cuspide uexilli scrobem sulcare memento;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: AabBV, pat: DSSS
remember to plough a furrow with a standard’s tip.
CdV 644. Labara sic equitans per terram trudito dextra Labara sic equitans per terram trudito dextra
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
In this way, riding through the land, you shall drive in the banner with your right hand,
CdV 645. Quattuor infindens directo tramite sulcos, Quattuor infindens directo tramite sulcos,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
cleaving four furrows in a dead straight line,
CdV 646. Per quos erectis castrorum turribus altis Per quos erectis castrorum turribus altis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: vf, ta: vf, pa: vf, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
on which, once you have erected the lofty towers of a fortress,
CdV 647. Moenia murorum restaures imbrice rubra! Moenia murorum restaures imbrice rubra!
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSS
you shall restore the walls of the barricades with red slate.
CdV 648. In qua regnabit proles prolesque nepotum, In qua regnabit proles prolesque nepotum,
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: cd, ta: d, pa: d, oa: cd, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
And there your offspring will reign and the offspring of your grandchildren,
CdV 649. Sicut regnabat patrum numerosa propago, Sicut regnabat patrum numerosa propago,
SDDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: s, pat: DDSS
as the numerous descendants of your fathers used to reign,
CdV 650. Quorum progenies et aui glomerantur auorum!” Quorum progenies et aui glomerantur auorum!”
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 4\3, pa: v, pat: SSDS
where their progeny and the ancestors of their ancestors were gathered.’
CdV 651. Iam fuit Hesperiae famosus laude sacerdos Iam fuit Hesperiae famosus laude sacerdos
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Now there was a priest of Italy, famous in praise,
CdV 652. Ambrosius: Christi complens praecepta benigni Ambrosius: Christi complens praecepta benigni
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, ca: p, pat: SSSS
AMBROSE, fulfilling the teachings of kindly Christ,
CdV 653. Spiritus et castae seruauit foedera carnis; Spiritus et castae seruauit foedera carnis;
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSSS
and he preserved the assurance of the spirit and a chaste body:
CdV 654. Qui nomen gerit ambrosiae de nectare ductum. Qui nomen gerit ambrosiae de nectare ductum.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: abBA, pat: SSSS
his name was drawn from the nectar of ambrosia.
CdV 655. Hic tener in cunis quondam dum paruulus esset, Hic tener in cunis quondam dum paruulus esset,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: f, pat: DDDS
Once this man, when he was a tender little boy in his cradle,
CdV 656. Magna futurarum meruit spectacula rerum. Magna futurarum meruit spectacula rerum.
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: sf, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: abBA, pat: DSSS
he was worthy of mighty manifestations of things to come.
CdV 657. Namque examen apum numerosis forte cateruis Namque examen apum numerosis forte cateruis
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 5\3, ca: s, pa: st, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
For by chance a swarm of bees in great multitudes
CdV 658. Contexit faciem pueri - mirabile fatu -, Contexit faciem pueri - mirabile fatu -,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
covered the child’s face, amazing to say,
CdV 659. Quae licet horrenda stiparent labra cohorte, Quae licet horrenda stiparent labra cohorte,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and even they crowded around his lips in a terrifying mass,
CdV 660. Non tamen infantis sensit discrimina corpus. Non tamen infantis sensit discrimina corpus.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSD
nonetheless the infant’s body did not sense any danger.
CdV 661. Sic crebris uicibus replebant ora iacentis Sic crebris uicibus replebant ora iacentis
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: t, ta: t, pa: t, oa: t, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
So, in swift succession they began to fill the mouth of the one lying there;
CdV 662. Atque cateruatim rursum remeare studebant; Atque cateruatim rursum remeare studebant;
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, pat: SSSS
and were eager to return again in droves.
CdV 663. Post haec aethereos repetentes agmine nimbos Post haec aethereos repetentes agmine nimbos
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
After this, going back to the clouds above in convoy,
CdV 664. Visibus humanis certant abscedere porro. Visibus humanis certant abscedere porro.
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: V, oa: Vv, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
they were keen to depart at once from human sight.
CdV 665. Haec pater Ambrosius stupuit miracula cernens, Haec pater Ambrosius stupuit miracula cernens,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: r, pat: SSSS
His father, Ambrose, was amazed at to see this miracle,
CdV 666. A quo sortitur nomen sic inclita proles. A quo sortitur nomen sic inclita proles.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
from which his renowned child was allotted his name.
CdV 667. Hoc nempe examen, quo sancti labra redundant, Hoc nempe examen, quo sancti labra redundant,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
Indeed, this swarm of bees, with which the saint’s lips overflowed,
CdV 668. Dulcia mulsorum portendit uerba fauorum, Dulcia mulsorum portendit uerba fauorum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: df, pa: dm, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
portended the sweet words of sugared honeycombs,
CdV 669. E quibus affatim dulcescunt pectora plebis. E quibus affatim dulcescunt pectora plebis.
DSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
from which the hearts of people grew fulsomely sweet.
CdV 670. Lucida digessit uenerandus opuscula doctor Lucida digessit uenerandus opuscula doctor
DDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?m, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
This venerable teacher compiled a brilliant little work,
CdV 671. Cum ratione pia pandens ab origine prima, Cum ratione pia pandens ab origine prima,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: Vc, oa: V, ma: Y, e: h, pat: DSSS
revealing with devout reason how from the very beginning
CdV 672. Qualiter hunc mundum summi prudentia patris Qualiter hunc mundum summi prudentia patris
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, gl: AabCB, pat: DSDS
the prudence of the highest father had created
CdV 673. Tempora praesentem tunc per bis terna dierum Tempora praesentem tunc per bis terna dierum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: Vc, ta: V, pa: Vc, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
this present world through six periods of days,
CdV 674. Fecerit aeterno disponens saecula nutu. Fecerit aeterno disponens saecula nutu.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: f, pat: DSSD
disposing the ages with his heavenly assent.
CdV 675. Haec, inquam, docuit crebro sermone sacerdos Haec, inquam, docuit crebro sermone sacerdos
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DDSS
These things I say, the priest taught in his frequent discourse,
CdV 676. Plures perducens ad caeli regna falanges. Plures perducens ad caeli regna falanges.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
leading a great number of gatherings to the kingdom of heaven.
CdV 677. Garrula Martini nunc prodat littera laudem, Garrula Martini nunc prodat littera laudem,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pat: DSDS
Let my chattering writing now set forth praise of MARTIN,
CdV 678. Quam celebrat totus quadrato cardine mundus. Quam celebrat totus quadrato cardine mundus.
DDSS

sa: 2\3, ta: vf, pa: v, oa: vf, ma: v, ha: Y, pat: aVbAB
which the whole world celebrates at its four cardinal points.
CdV 679. Hunc pater omnipotens nondum baptismate lotum Hunc pater omnipotens nondum baptismate lotum
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: V?, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V?, ma: Y, e: s, gl: AaBbV, pat: SDSS
The Almighty Father blessed him one night with heavenly praise
CdV 680. Nec balsamorum sacris chrismatibus unctum Nec balsamorum sacris chrismatibus unctum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: fc, pa: c, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
when he was not yet bathed in baptism
CdV 681. Tempore nocturno caelesti laude beauit, Tempore nocturno caelesti laude beauit,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
nor anointed with the sacred chrism of balsam,
CdV 682. Dum stipem mancis et peplum ferret egenis Dum stipem mancis et peplum ferret egenis
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSS
when he, brought alms to the poor and a cloak to the needy
CdV 683. Christo deuotus, cum iam catacuminus esset. Christo deuotus, cum iam catacuminus esset.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, e: s, pat: SSSS
being devoted to Christ, although he was yet a catechumen.
CdV 684. Quis uero studeat facundo famine fretus Quis uero studeat facundo famine fretus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pat: DDSD
Who, indeed, relying on eloquent speech, would be keen
CdV 685. Omnia uirtutum cartis describere signa, Omnia uirtutum cartis describere signa,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d?, fs: 2\3, pa: n, e: h, pat: SSDS
to set down all the signs of his virtue in records,
CdV 686. Quanta Deus dederit deuoto dona clienti? Quanta Deus dederit deuoto dona clienti?
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SSSS
so great were the gifts that God gave to his devoted retainer?
CdV 687. Saepe salutifero correxit dogmate pagos, Saepe salutifero correxit dogmate pagos,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: fn, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
He often put right the villagers with teaching that brought salvation,
CdV 688. Vt ritus uellent magis extirpare nefandos Vt ritus uellent magis extirpare nefandos
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, ca: vf, ta: vf, pa: vf, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: aAbBV, pat: DDSS
so they might be more willing to root out their wicked rites
CdV 689. Atque creatorem regnantem credere Christum. Atque creatorem regnantem credere Christum.
SSSS

sa: 5\2, ta: s, oa: s, ha: Y
and believe in Christ, creator and ruler.
CdV 690. Nam paganorum destruxit fana profana Nam paganorum destruxit fana profana
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vs, ta: V, pa: Vs, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
For he destroyed the unsaintly sanctuaries of the pagans,
CdV 691. Iure tyrannorum sternens dilubra reorum Iure tyrannorum sternens dilubra reorum
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
rightly laying low the shrines of guilty tyrants,
CdV 692. Et mox antiqui confracta fraude sacelli Et mox antiqui coffracta fraude sacelli
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
and straightaway, once the deception of the ancient temple had been discontinued,
CdV 693. Fabricat altithrono uenerandus templa sacerdos. Fabricat altithrono uenerandus templa sacerdos.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: d, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, gl: VabBA, pat: DDSS
the venerable priest-built places of worship for one throned on high.
CdV 694. Sic quoque famosam frondenti stipite pinum, Sic quoque famosam frondenti stipite pinum,
DDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSSS
So too, in order that folk were not fooled by wrongful reverence,
CdV 695. Qua proceres stolidi tunc turificare solebant - Qua proceres stolidi tunc turificare solebant -
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pat: DSSS
did he tear down an infamous pine-tree with leafy trunk
CdV 696. Heu scelus! - in ueribus torrentes exta bidentum, Heu scelus! - in ueribus torrentes exta bidentum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: l, pat: DSSS
where foolish leaders at that time used to make burnt offerings
CdV 697. Diruit, ut populum non fallat cultibus error. Diruit, ut populum non fallat cultibus error.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
(such a sin!) burning sheep’s entrails at the beginning of spring.
CdV 698. Surgere ter fecit defuncta cadauera leto Surgere ter fecit defuncta cadauera leto
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: cv, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Three times he caused dead corpses to rise from death,
CdV 699. Tetrica torrentis disrumpens tartara mortis Tetrica torrentis disrumpens tartara mortis
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, pa: jf, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
disturbing the awful underworld of burning death,
CdV 700. Necnon aegrotis impendens munia uitae Necnon aegrotis impendens munia uitae
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: d, pat: SSSS
and also, granting the gifts of life to the invalids,
CdV 701. Lurida debilium fomentat membra uirorum. Lurida debilium fomentat membra uirorum.
DSSS

fs: 3\2, pa: p, gl: abvAB, pat: SDSS
he bathed the grim limbs of men who were infirm.
CdV 702. Quamlibet expertus non esset uulnera ferri Quamlibet expertus non esset uulnera ferri
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
Although he never endured a weapon’s wounds
CdV 703. Vmquam nec rubro roraret sanguine martyr Vmquam nec rubro roraret sanguine martyr
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vc, pa: c, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
nor as a martyr shed red blood
CdV 704. Aut etiam diris arsisset torribus ignis, Aut etiam diris arsisset torribus ignis,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: m, pat: DSSS
nor even was burned with dread firebrands,
CdV 705. Attamen illustrem meruit confessio palmam, Attamen illustrem meruit coffessio palmam,
SDSS

sa: 3\2, oa: d, pat: abVAB
nonetheless his confession deserved the illustrious palm,
CdV 706. Dum mens parta fuit mortis discrimina ferre. Dum mens parta fuit mortis discrimina ferre.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?n, ta: V?, pa: V?n, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
since his spirit was ready to endure death’s dangers.
CdV 707. Hic praesul iugiter permansit uirgo perennis, Hic praesul iugiter permansit uirgo perennis,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSS
This bishop constantly remained perpetual virgin,
CdV 708. Donec aetheream miles migraret in aulam Donec aetheream miles migraret in aulam
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: sp, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
until the warrior moved over to the heavenly hall,
CdV 709. Angelicis uectus caeli ad conuexa cateruis. Angelicis uectus caeli ad conuexa cateruis.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, gl: abBA, pat: DSSS
carried up to the vault of heaven by angelic hosts.
CdV 710. Temporibus priscis uenerandos Graecia patres Temporibus priscis uenerandos Graecia patres
DSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
In ancient times Greece brought forth venerable fathers,
CdV 711. Edidit, ex quorum numero celeberrimus extat Edidit, ex quorum numero celeberrimus extat
DSSD

sa: 3\2, ta: t, oa: t, ha: Y
and from their number there stands out as the most celebrated
CdV 712. Gregorius felix fama super aethera notus, Gregorius felix fama super aethera notus,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: nv, pa: n, oa: n, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
blessed GREGORY, renowned through his fame above the skies,
CdV 713. Quem Deus edocuit mundam seruare pudorem, Quem Deus edocuit mundam seruare pudorem,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
whom God taught to preserve pure modesty,
CdV 714. Corporis et castae coniungens foedera mentis. Corporis et castae coniungens foedera mentis.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: m, pa: m, ma: Y, gl: abvaB, pat: DDSS
combining the association of body and a chaste mind.
CdV 715. Tempore nam quodam geminas per somnia cernens Tempore nam quodam geminas per somnia cernens
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SDSS
For at one time, as he perceived through a dream,
CdV 716. Virgineo uidit fulgentes flore puellas; Virgineo uidit fulgentes flore puellas;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: v, pa: f, ma: Y, gl: AabBB, pat: DSSS
he saw two girls glowing with virginal bloom,
CdV 717. Quas ille adspiciens toruis obtutibus horret, Quas ille asspiciens toruis obtutibus horret,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: s, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
and seeing them, he shuddered with a grim gaze,
CdV 718. Femineos quoniam non gestit cernere uultus. Femineos quoniam non gestit cernere uultus.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
since he did not care to glimpse the female face.
CdV 719. Tum sanctum placidis compellant socibus ambae: Tum sanctum placidis compellant socibus ambae:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: sp, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
But they both addressed the holy man with untroubled voices:
CdV 720. “Ne grauiter, iuuenis, deuotas sperne puellas “Ne grauiter, iuuenis, deuotas sperne puellas
SSSS

caesura pattern: 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: c, pat: SSSS
‘Young man, do not gravely avoid us devoted girls,
CdV 721. Neuque indignatus uultum contemne sororum, Neuque indignatus uultum contemne sororum,
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDDD
nor, aggrieved, turn away from the faces of our sisters,
CdV 722. Dum tibi perpetuo fratris copulamur amore! Dum tibi perpetuo fratris copulamur amore!
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: m, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
since we are continuously joined to you in brotherly love!
CdV 723. Nam nobis mundum tribuisti in corde sacellum, Nam nobis mundum tribuisti in corde sacellum,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DDSS
For you have granted us a pure shrine in your heart,
CdV 724. Quo iucundantes semper laetabimur ambae! Quo iucundantes semper laetabimur ambae!
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSSS
where we will always both be happily joyful.
CdV 725. Frater, amicitia numquam fraudabere nostra: Frater, amicitia numquam fraudabere nostra:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: t, pa: d, oa: t, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
Brother, you will never be tricked out of our friendship.
CdV 726. Altera Virginitas fecundo flore uocatur, Altera Virginitas fecundo flore uocatur,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: V?c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
One of us is called virginity, with fruitful flower;
CdV 727. Altera gestabit solers Sapientia nomen; Altera gestabit solers Sapientia nomen;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, pa: V?s, ma: Y, pat: SDSD
the other, being wise, carries the name of Wisdom;
CdV 728. Et sumus angelicis missae de sedibus istuc, Et sumus angelicis missae de sedibus istuc,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and we have been sent here from the angelic realms
CdV 729. Vt tecum maneant nostrae consortia uitae.” Vt tecum maneant nostrae consortia uitae.”
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: V, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
so that the fellowship of our life might remain with you.
CdV 730. Basilius, quondam doctorum maximus auctor, Basilius, quondam doctorum maximus auctor,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
BASIL, who was once the greatest author among the learned,
CdV 731. Condidit egregiam diuino dogmate legem, Condidit egregiam diuino dogmate legem,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
established excellent law in his divine teaching,
CdV 732. A qua processit libratae normula uitae, A qua processit libratae normula uitae,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vp, pa: p, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
and from that there proceeded the norm of a balanced life,
CdV 733. Vergere quae nullum laxat sub pondere scaeuo, Vergere quae nullum laxat sub pondere scaeuo,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSDS
which allows nothing to sink under a wicked weight
CdV 734. Trutinat electos sed iustae lance libellae, Trutinat electos sed iustae lance libellae,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, pa: ps, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
but weighs up the chosen in the balance of just weight,
CdV 735. Alternis uicibus reddens oracula sanctis, Alternis uicibus reddens oracula sanctis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: v, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
rendering revelations to holy men by alternating turns,
CdV 736. Qualiter ornetur uerax concordia fratrum Qualiter ornetur uerax concordia fratrum
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?, ta: V?s, pa: V?s, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
in such a way that the true concord of brothers may be adorned,
CdV 737. Et iustae iugiter fulgescant foedera mentis. Et iustae iugiter fulgescant foedera mentis.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: l, pa: Vl, oa: Vl, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and the compacts of a just mind may continually shine forth.
CdV 738. Necnon diserto digessit famine librum Necnon diserto digessit famine librum
DSSS

caesura pattern: | quō nṓn | praēstā́ntĭŏr ā́lter | 2f | 3m | 4m, sa: 4\2, ta: p, oa: p, ha: Y
He also composed a book in learned language
CdV 739. Prima creatarum pandentem semina rerum, Prima creatarum pandentem semina rerum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, ma: Y, gl: VabAB, pat: DSSD
laying out the first seeds of created things;
CdV 740. Qualiter aeternus plasmaret saecula rector Qualiter aeternus plasmaret saecula rector
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: g, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: AabvB, pat: DSSS
how the eternal Ruler brought into being the earth
CdV 741. Atque potentatu quadratum conderet orbem Atque potentatu quadratum conderet orbem
DSSS

sa: 3\2
and established the four-cornered world by his command,
CdV 742. Materiam mundi discernens ordine recto, Materiam mundi discernens ordine recto,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SDSS
dividing the matter of the globe in right order,
CdV 743. Aurea deuexi dum format sidera caeli; Aurea deuexi dum format sidera caeli;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: t, pa: t, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
while he created the golden stars of the vaulted sky.
CdV 744. Hinc nobis oritur mundi nascentis origo, Hinc nobis oritur mundi nascentis origo,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SDSS
From there the beginning of the nascent world arose for us,
CdV 745. Cuderet ut summus rerum molimina princeps. Cuderet ut summus rerum molimina princeps.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
so that the highest prince might hammer out the construction of things.
CdV 746. Hic se uirgineum prodit seruasse pudorem Hic se uirgineum prodit seruasse pudorem
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: p, oa: Vf, ha: Y, h: h
This bishop indicated that he had kept his virginal modesty,
CdV 747. Taliter affirmans perfecto famine praesul: Taliter affirmans perfecto famine praesul:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
stating as follows in perfect speech:
CdV 748. “Feminea praeceps cognoui corpora numquam “Feminea praeceps cognoui corpora numquam
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: g, ca: g, ta: g, pa: g, oa: g, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
‘I have never rashly known the female form,
CdV 749. Nec tetigi penitus muliebres turpiter artus; Nec tetigi penitus muliebres turpiter artus;
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: V, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
nor shamefully touched at all a woman’s limbs;
CdV 750. Non tamen immunis uocitabor nomine uirgo.” Non tamen immunis uocitabor nomine uirgo.”
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: aAbBC, pat: DSDS
nonetheless I shall not be called by the name of an innocent virgin.’
CdV 751. Edidit insignes tellus Memphitica patres Edidit insignes tellus Memphitica patres
DDSS

fs: 4d, sa: 3\2, ta: V, oa: ps, ma: V, ha: Y
Egyptian soil has produced outstanding fathers,
CdV 752. Lucida perpetuae mercantes munera uitae, Lucida perpetuae mercantes munera uitae,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
buying the shining gifts of perpetual life,
CdV 753. E quorum numero pollebat sorte beata E quorum numero pollebat sorte beata
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: r, pat: DDSS
from which number there stood out by blessed lot
CdV 754. Nomine famoso felix Antonius auctor Nomine famoso felix Antonius auctor
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the owner of the famous name of the author ANTHONY, made blessed by a famous name,
CdV 755. Summa supernorum conquirens regna polorum. Summa supernorum conquirens regna polorum.
SDSS

sa: 4\2, ta: vV, oa: v, ha: Y
who strove for the highest kingdoms of the heavens above.
CdV 756. Hic primus docuit cultores accola sanctos, Hic primus docuit cultores accola sanctos,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, e: m, pat: SDSS
This first inhabitant taught holy worshippers
CdV 757. Squalida per saltus peterent ut rura locorum, Squalida per saltus peterent ut rura locorum,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, ta: V?, pa: V?c, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
that they might seek barren fields in woody places,
CdV 758. In quis contemplatiuos decerpere fructus In quis contemplatiuos decerpere fructus
SDDD

caesura pattern: 2f | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V?, ma: Y, gl: aCbBA, pat: SDSD
in which to pluck contemplative fruits
CdV 759. Possent et iugiter domino famularier alto. Possent et iugiter domino famularier alto.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pa: n, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and were able constantly to serve the Lord on high.
CdV 760. Hic, inquam, monuit caelorum regna merentes Hic, inquam, monuit caelorum regna merentes
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: s, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
This man, I say, warned those deserving the heavenly kingdom
CdV 761. Spernere dilicias et mundi linquere gazas, Spernere dilicias et mundi linquere gazas,
DSSS

sa: 3\2, oa: f, pat: AabBv
to spurn delights and turn from worldly wealth,
CdV 762. Ardua sectari necnon deuexa caueri, Ardua sectari necnon deuexa caueri,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, gl: abABV, pat: SSSS
to pursue the heights and also beware steep places,
CdV 763. Dum calles gemini dispari tramite tendunt: Dum calles gemini dispari tramite tendunt:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m?, fs: 5\3, e: m, pat: DSSD
since twin paths tend to different directions:
CdV 764. Vnus ut aethereos per caeli culmina campos, Vnus ut aethereos per caeli culmina campos,
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m, fs: 5\2, sa: p, pa: s, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
as one heads towards ethereal fields through heaven’s heights of,
CdV 765. Alter sic herebum lustrat sine fine profundum. Alter sic herebum lustrat sine fine profundum.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: aBVAb, pat: SSSS
in the same way the other makes for deep Hell without end.
CdV 766. Cuius clarificam qui malunt noscere uitam, Cuius clarificam qui malunt noscere uitam,
DSSS

sa: 4\2, pat: abvAB
And as for whoever prefers to know about his magnificent life,
CdV 767. Qualibus in mundo signis effulserit almus Qualibus in mundo signis effulserit almus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSS
with what signs the kindly one shone forth in the world,
CdV 768. Quoque modo spurcas curarit corpore clades Quoque modo spurcas curarit corpore clades
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSSS
and in what way he cured the body’s foul calamities,
CdV 769. Dira salutifero restaurans ulcera fotu, Dira salutifero restaurans ulcera fotu,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
healing horrible ulcers through curative care,
CdV 770. Qualiter ut medicus populorum pestibus obstans Qualiter ut medicus populorum pestibus obstans
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SDSS
how as a doctor, halting the people’s diseases,
CdV 771. Morbida sanatis renouarit uiscera fibris, Morbida sanatis renouarit uiscera fibris,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
he restored sickly innards after organs had been made whole,
CdV 772. Non pigeat prorsus seriem spectare libelli, Non pigeat prorsus seriem spectare libelli,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
let them not be slow to consider fully the account of that little book
CdV 773. In quo scribuntur uirtutes illius amplae. In quo scribuntur uirtutes illius amplae.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, e: m, pat: SSSS
in which that man’s abundant virtues are described.
CdV 774. Haud secus et Paulus signis super aethera notus Haud secus et Paulus signis super aethera notus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DDSS
PAUL was likewise famed for his signs and recognized above the skies
CdV 775. Omnibus et regnis, qua lustrant lumina Phoebi, Omnibus et regnis, qua lustrant lumina Phoebi,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: AbVaB, pat: DDSS
and in all the realms where the lights of Phoebus shine
CdV 776. Per deserta fuit; quo non praestantior alter Per deserta fuit; quo non praestantior alter
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pa: n, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
throughout deserted places. No one was a more distinguished warrior,
CdV 777. Tendit ad aeterna felix habitacula miles. Tendit ad aeterna felix habitacula miles.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abVBa, pat: DDSS
a saintly man heading for an eternal home.
CdV 778. Hunc gener infidus strofoso fallere gestu Hunc gener infidus strofoso fallere gestu
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: s, gl: aVbBA, pat: DSSS
An unfaithful relative preferred to fool this innocent man
CdV 779. Maluit insontem disrumpens foedera pacis; Maluit insontem disrumpens foedera pacis;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: V, ma: Y, gl: AaBb, pat: SDDS
by a wicked act, breaking the bonds of peace.
CdV 780. Idcirco fugiens quaerit sub rupe latebras, Idcirco fugiens quaerit sub rupe latebras,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, gl: ABVab, pat: SDSS
Escaping, then, that man, made for a hideaway under a cliff cave
CdV 781. Donec tortoris saeui tormenta fatescant Donec tortoris saeui tormenta fatescant
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: r, gl: abABV, pat: SDSS
until the torments of grim torture should die down
CdV 782. Et rursus placido laetetur tempore mundus. Et rursus placido laetetur tempore mundus.
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and the world would once again grow glad in a quiet time.
CdV 783. Quem nutrit in cripta palmeti dactilus arta Quem nutrit in cripta palmeti dactilus arta
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: s, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
The palm-date nourished him in a tight retreat,
CdV 784. Et fruitur foliis pro aprico tegmine pepli; Et fruitur foliis pro aprico tegmine pepli;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and he made use of leaves instead of a robe’s warm covering.
CdV 785. Nam sitis ardorem demebat gurgite fontis: Nam sitis ardorem demebat gurgite fontis:
SDSS

fs: 4d, sa: 3\2, ta: cs, oa: s, ma: c, ha: Y
There he quelled the burning of thirst with the welling of a spring,
CdV 786. Quem mos ut genuit telluris glarea glaucum, Quem mos ut genuit telluris glarea glaucum,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: mc, ma: Y, gl: ABVab, pat: DDSS
sparkling, that the ground’s gravel shortly produced,
CdV 787. Rursus in obliquum latices effuderat antrum. Rursus in olliquum latices effuderat antrum.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: m, pa: m, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and poured the water back into a hole below.
CdV 788. Aliger hunc praepes gracili nutrimine farris Aliger hunc praepes gracili nutrimine farris
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
A swift bird nourished this man with meagre food of grain,
CdV 789. Pauerat in specu palmae sub frondibus altis; Pauerat in specu palmae sub frondibus altis;
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, e: s, pat: DSSS
in a grotto under a palm’s high leaves of the palm.
CdV 790. Cui famulabantur spreta feritate leones Cui famulabantur spreta feritate leones
DDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: d, ma: d, ha: Y
Lions laid down their fierceness, and paid him obeisance,
CdV 791. Atque lupi rapidos iussi mitescere rictus. Atque lupi rapidos iussi mitescere rictus.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: n, pa: n, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: SDSS
wolves too, having been told to tame their snapping jaws, .
CdV 792. Vixerat in terris caelesti munere fretus Vixerat in terris caelesti munere fretus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
Once he had lived a blessed life on earth sustained by a heavenly gift,
CdV 793. Vndecies denos et tres feliciter annos; Vndecies denos et tres feliciter annos;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, gl: vabBA, pat: SDSD
for ten times eleven years and three.
CdV 794. Tunc demum aethereis stipatus iure cateruis Tunc demum aethereis stipatus iure cateruis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ta: d, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, gl: aVbAB, pat: SDSS
Then finally, rightly thronged by heavenly multitudes,
CdV 795. Iuit ad aeterni castus consortia regni Iuit ad aeterni castus consortia regni
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: d, pa: d, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
he went chastely to the fellowship of the eternal kingdom,
CdV 796. Percepturus in excelso noua gaudia uictor. Percepturus in excelso noua gaudia uictor.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
to receive fresh joys as a victor on high.
CdV 797. Nec non eximia uirtutum gratia fretus Nec non eximia uirtutum gratia fretus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, pa: r, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: SDSS
In the same way, sustained by his virtues’ outstanding grace,
CdV 798. Plurima patrauit deserto signa stupenda Plurima patrauit deserto signa stupenda
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: r, pa: r, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
there was man in the desert who accomplished many amazing miracles ,
CdV 799. Hilarion felix famoso nomine dictus; Hilarion felix famoso nomine dictus;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
HILARION he was called, rejoicing in a famous name ;
CdV 800. Quem praesens crebro mundus rumore celebrat, Quem praesens crebro mundus rumore celebrat,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and the world as it is celebrating him with current fame,
CdV 801. Dum cupidus gestit normam aequiperare magistri Dum cupidus gestit normam aequiperare magistri
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
since he was eagerly keen to match his master’s mark
CdV 802. Et similare sui iam perpendicula patris. Et similare sui iam perpendicula patris.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and indeed to replicate the guidelines of his own father.
CdV 803. Hic stricta corpus frenabat lege petulcum Hic stricta corpus frenabat lege petulcum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: cg, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
He kept in check his licentious body with a tight rule,
CdV 804. Torrida lasciuae demens incendia carnis; Torrida lasciuae demens incendia carnis;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
removing the burning flames from his lascivious flesh.
CdV 805. Quique titillantis spreuit primordia luxus Quique titillantis spreuit primordia luxus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
He spurned the beginnings of stimulating licentiousness,
CdV 806. Prima iuuentutis calcans ludicra seuerus. Prima iuuentutis calcans ludicra seuerus.
DSSS

sa: 3\2, pat: AbBVa
severely treading on the first diversions of youth.
CdV 807. Claruit Aegipto, quod strictim carmine pando. Claruit Aegipto, quod strictim carmine pando.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: V, ca: V, ta: V, pa: cV, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
He became famed in Egypt, as I will briefly lay out in verse.
CdV 808. Nam gypsam, miseros quae dudum faucibus atris Nam gypsam, miseros quae dudum faucibus atris
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: v, pat: DDSS
For he burned up in flames a huge serpent, which for a while
CdV 809. Sorbuit indigenas, flammis combussit inormem, Sorbuit indigenas, flammis combussit inormem,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, pa: fV?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
had swallowed up the wretched natives in its dark throat,
CdV 810. Dum rogus ingenti lignorum fomite flagrans Dum rogus ingenti lignorum fomite flagrans
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: V, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: avBbA, pat: DSSS
until a pyre flaming with a vast pile of kindling
CdV 811. Reptantem in prunas consumpsit torre chelidrum. Reptantem in prunas consumpsit torre chelidrum.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: t, ta: t, pa: tV?, oa: t, ma: Y, gl: VaABb, pat: DSSS
consumed in flames the serpent as it slithered onto the coals.
CdV 812. Denique, cum pelagi montanis fluctibus olim Denique, cum pelagi montanis fluctibus olim
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: t, pa: t, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Next, when seas turbid with the ocean’s mountainous waves
CdV 813. Aequora per uitreos bullirent turbida campos Aequora per uitreos bullirent turbida campos
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
were seething throughout the glassy plains,
CdV 814. Priscaque turgescens non nosset litora pontus, Priscaque turgescens non nosset litora pontus,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: s, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
and the swelling deep did not recognise its ancient shores
CdV 815. Caerula fluctiuagis sed regnant molibus alta, Caerula fluctiuagis sed regnant molibus alta,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 2\3, pat: SSSS
but the deep seas with their wavy masses dominate
CdV 816. Dum proprias spernunt spumosis fluctibus oras, Dum proprias spernunt spumosis fluctibus oras,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: r, pat: DDSS
and spurned their proper coastline
CdV 817. Tunc omnes pariter glomerantes agmine denso Tunc omnes pariter glomerantes agmine denso
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: cV, ta: c, pa: c, oa: cV, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
then everyone gathering together in thick throng
CdV 818. Contra flustra senem sistebant turgida sanctum Contra flustra senem sistebant turgida sanctum
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: v, ca: V, ta: V, pa: Vv, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
they placed the saintly old man in the face of the swollen flood
CdV 819. Et fidum tremuli patronum rite rogabant, Et fidum tremuli patronum rite rogabant,
DDSS

ca: m, pa: mV?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and tremulously they requested properly their faithful protector
CdV 820. Auxilium miseris ut ferret ciuibus ultro. Auxilium miseris ut ferret ciuibus ultro.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DDSS
to offer willing help to the wretched citizens .
CdV 821. Ille crucis pingens per ter signacula sulcat: Ille crucis pingens per ter signacula sulcat:
DDSS

sa: 3\3, ta: v, oa: v, ha: Y
He, scribbling in the sand, drew the sign of the cross three times:
CdV 822. Horridus in cumulum salsarum fluxus aquarum Horridus in cumulum salsarum fluxus aquarum
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
the grim swell of the salty waters grew to its height
CdV 823. Concreuit porro surgens ad sidera caeli; Concreuit porro surgens ad sidera caeli;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
surging straight up to the stars of the sky.
CdV 824. Mox furibunda maris compressit caerula saeui. Mox furibunda maris compressit caerula saeui.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Straightaway he held back the furious billows of the savage sea.
CdV 825. Sic miles Christi frenabat marmora ponti, Sic miles Christi frenabat marmora ponti,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: AaVbB, pat: DSSS
Thus Christ’s warrior reined in the surface of the deep,
CdV 826. Vt merito sancti non umquam fama fatescat. Vt merito sancti non umquam fama fatescat.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: r, gl: aABb, pat: SDSS
so that rightly the saint’s fame will not ever fade.
CdV 827. Sic quoque in Aegipto fertur uixisse Iohannes Sic quoque in Aegipto fertur uixisse Iohannes
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: V, oa: Vf, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
So too is said to have lived in Egypt JOHN,
CdV 828. Accola deserti uitam sine crimine ducens; Accola deserti uitam sine crimine ducens;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: pc, ta: c, pa: pc, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
an inhabitant of the desert living a life without reproach;
CdV 829. Qui strictis proprium nodabat nexibus aeuum Qui strictis proprium nodabat nexibus aeuum
DSSS

fs: 4d, sa: 2\3, ca: s, oa: p, ha: Y
he constricted the course of his own life with tight constraints,
CdV 830. Carnea lasciuae uincens ergastula mentis, Carnea lasciuae uincens ergastula mentis,
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: g, oa: g, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
confounding the fleshly prison of a licentious mind
CdV 831. Conseruans geminum iusto moderamine pondus, Conseruans geminum iusto moderamine pondus,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
maintaining the twin burden with proper moderation,
CdV 832. Dum diuina docet duplam sententia uitam, Dum diuina docet duplam sententia uitam,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, gl: aVbAB, pat: SDSS
since the divine doctrine teaches that a twofold life
CdV 833. Quam rector debet iusta discernere lance Quam rector debet iusta discernere lance
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
which a leader ought to distinguish with reasonable balance
CdV 834. Atque gubernandum carnis cognoscere motum. Atque gubernandum carnis cognoscere motum.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DDSS
and acknowledge that fleshly impulse needs to be controlled.
CdV 835. Hunc famosa rudem replebat gratia uatem, Hunc famosa rudem replebat gratia uatem,
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: sc, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
A far-famed grace used to fill this fresh prophet
CdV 836. Vt posset clausas rerum reserare latebras Vt posset clausas rerum reserare latebras
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: V?, pa: pV?, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
so that he could unlock the closed-up recesses of things,
CdV 837. Clancula uirginea pandens misteria claue. Clancula uirginea pandens misteria claue.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSS
revealing secret mysteries with virginity’s key of.
CdV 838. Tempore nam quodam per somnum femina sensit, Tempore nam quodam per somnum femina sensit,
DSSS

sa: 1\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: V, ha: Y
For at a certain time a woman perceived in a dream
CdV 839. Munere uirtutum quam pleno praeditus esset, Munere uirtutum quam pleno praeditus esset,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
how he was endowed with a plentiful gift of virtues;
CdV 840. Scilicet optatam dum sumpsit carne medelam, Scilicet optatam dum sumpsit carne medelam,
DDSS

sa: 4\2, ta: c, oa: g, ma: c, ha: Y
indeed, she received the hoped-for remedy in the flesh,
CdV 841. Quamlibet ante gemens gestaret corde querelam. Quamlibet ante gemens gestaret corde querelam.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSSS
even though groaning previously, she sustained a heart-complaint.
CdV 842. Imperium mundi florens cum Roma teneret Imperium mundi florens cum Roma teneret
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 3\3, sa: c, pat: DSDD
At the time when Rome flourished and maintained control of the world,
CdV 843. Atque gubernaret regnorum sceptra per orbem, Atque gubernaret regnorum sceptra per orbem,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: g, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: CabBA, pat: DDSS
governing command of kingdoms throughout the globe
CdV 844. Temporibus faustus Benedictus claruit isdem; Temporibus faustus Benedictus claruit isdem;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: V?, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
that was the same time happy BENEDICT shone bright;
CdV 845. Quem Deus Ausoniae clemens indulserat auctor, Quem Deus Ausoniae clemens indulserat auctor,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: p, gl: abvAB, pat: DSDS
whom God, the merciful Creator, conferred on Italy,
CdV 846. Vt populum domini uadentem tramite recto Vt populum domini uadentem tramite recto
DSSS

sa: 2\3, ca: c, ma: c, ha: Y, pat: AaVBb
so that that leader, would bring the Lord’s wandering people
CdV 847. Ferret ad aeterni ductor uestigia regni, Ferret ad aeterni ductor uestigia regni,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, e: ?, pat: DSDS
on a straight path to the tracks of the eternal kingdom,
CdV 848. Quem prius abstrusus scaeuis anfractibus error Quem prius abstrusus scaeuis anfractibus error
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
a people that , having first perplexed by perverse wanderings,
CdV 849. Trusit ad inferni torrentis tartara nigra. Trusit ad inferni torrentis tartara nigra.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: p, pat: DDSS
error had thrust into the black depths of burning Hell.
CdV 850. Saepe tyrannorum contriuit templa priorum, Saepe tyrannorum contriuit templa priorum,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: s, pat: DSSS
He often tore down the temples of earlier tyrants,
CdV 851. Qui dominum lucis tenebroso corde negabant, Qui dominum lucis tenebroso corde negabant,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: p, pat: DSSS
who denied the lord of light in their dark hearts;
CdV 852. Mox ibidem figens uictricia signa salutis. Mox ibidem figens uictricia signa salutis.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
in the same place straightaway he set up the conquering signs of salvation.
CdV 853. Sic miles Christi deuicto hoste triumphat Sic miles Christi deuicto hoste triumphat
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: aAVBb, pat: DDSS
Thus Christ’s warrior, having defeated the enemy, triumphed,
CdV 854. Basilicam domino restaurans aede renata. Basilicam domino restaurans aede renata.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: aBVbA, pat: DSSS
restoring the basilica for the Lord after the building had been reborn.
CdV 855. Quis modus aut numerus uel certe calculus index Quis modus aut numerus uel certe calculus index
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: n, gl: aABb, pat: SDSS
What measure or number or accurately tallied list
CdV 856. Explanare ualet uirtutes illius amplas, Explanare ualet uirtutes illius amplas,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
can account for that man’s extensive virtues of ,
CdV 857. Quae modulum et numerum excedunt, pro mole gestorum? Quae modulum et numerum excedunt, pro mole gestorum?
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, pat: DSSS
which surpass measured amount and number, because of the mass of his deeds?
CdV 858. Namque cadaueribus reddebat lumina functis, Namque cadaueribus reddebat lumina functis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
For he restored light to deceased cadavers,
CdV 859. Quae gelidae mortis per uim fortuna necarat; Quae gelidae mortis per uim fortuna necarat;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
Which fortune had cut off through the power of chill death.
CdV 860. Auditu surdos et claudos gressibus ornat, Auditu surdos et claudos gressibus ornat,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m, fs: 5\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
He supplied the deaf with hearing and the lame with steps;
CdV 861. Aegrotos uegetat membrorum uiribus augens, Aegrotos uegetat membrorum uiribus augens,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, ca: V, pa: c, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
fortifying the sick, he invigorated them with power of limbs.
CdV 862. Demonis arma fugans necnon et spicula frangens Demonis arma fugans necnon et spicula frangens
DSSS

sa: 2\3, ta: d, oa: dv, ma: d, ha: Y
scattering demonic weapons and shattering their darts,
CdV 863. Hostibus explosis restaurat saucia corda. Hostibus explosis restaurat saucia corda.
SDSS

ca: f, pat: SDSS
he restored wounded hearts after the enemies had been destroyed.
CdV 864. Nam capisterium rimarum fragmine ruptum Nam capisterium rimarum fragmine ruptum
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
Indeed, he made new a vessel broken in a shattering of fractures,
CdV 865. Innouat, ut nutrix lacrimarum flumina fudit; Innouat, ut nutrix lacrimarum flumina fudit;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSS
as a nurse poured out floods of tears;
CdV 866. Pestiferum calicem, qui mortis pocula cinxit, Pestiferum calicem, qui mortis pocula cinxit,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
he broke a poisoned goblet, which contained death’s draughts,
CdV 867. Porrecta rupit dextra per signa salutis; Porrecta rupit dextra per signa salutis;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
with his right hand stretched out in the sign of salvation.
CdV 868. Sic etiam chalibem prolapsum gurgite Gothi Sic etiam chalibem prolapsum gurgite Gothi
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
He also ordered the Goth’s steel, which had slipped into the swell,
CdV 869. Ad proprios iterum iussit remeare lacertos. Ad proprios iterum iussit remeare lacertos.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pa: V?, ma: Y, e: m, gl: a, pat: DDSS
to come back again to its owner’s arms.
CdV 870. Primo qui statuit, nostrae certamine uitae Primo qui statuit, nostrae certamine uitae
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: V, ca: V, ta: V, pa: Vf, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: AabVB, pat: DSSS
He was the first who laid down how, in the struggle of our life,
CdV 871. Qualiter optatam teneant coenubia normam Qualiter optatam teneant coenubia normam
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: l, gl: AaVBb, pat: DSSS
monasteries might keep to a longed-for rule,
CdV 872. Quoque modo properet directo tramite sanctus Quoque modo properet directo tramite sanctus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and in what way a holy worshipper might hasten,
CdV 873. Ad supera scandens caelorum culmina cultor. Ad supera scandens caelorum culmina cultor.
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
ascending by a straight path to the lofty heights of heaven.
CdV 874. Cuius praeclaram pandens ab origine uitam Cuius praeclaram pandens ab origine uitam
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: g, ta: c, pa: cg, oa: g, ma: Y, gl: vabBA, pat: SDSS
Laying out that man’s famed life from the first,
CdV 875. Gregorius praesul cartis descripserat olim, Gregorius praesul cartis descripserat olim,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Pope Gregory once described it in documents,
CdV 876. Donec aethralem felix migraret in arcem; Donec aethralem felix migraret in arcem;
DSDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSDD
up to the time when the blessed one passed on to the heavenly citadel.
CdV 877. Huius alumnorum numero glomeramur ouantes, Huius alumnorum numero glomeramur ouantes,
DDSD

sa: 3\3, oa: l
We, whom fertile Britain bears in its bosom as citizens,
CdV 878. Quos gerit in gremio fecunda Britannia ciues; Quos gerit in gremio fecunda Britannia ciues;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DDDS
are happily gathered together among the number of his pupils;
CdV 879. A quo iam nobis baptismi gratia fluxit A quo iam nobis baptismi gratia fluxit
DSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and from him the grace of baptism flowed to us,
CdV 880. Atque magistrorum ueneranda caterua cucurrit. Atque magistrorum ueneranda caterua cucurrit.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 4m, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: s, pat: SDSS
and a venerable crowd of teachers sprang.
CdV 881. Quid memorem geminos germano foedere fratres Quid memorem geminos germano foedere fratres
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: m, pa: mc, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
Why shall I recall two twin brothers who, through a fraternal vow,
CdV 882. Reddentes animas astris et corpora terris? Reddentes animas astris et corpora terris?
DSDS

sa: 3\3
rendered their souls to the stars and their bodies to the earth?
CdV 883. Purpureo passum uenerantes sanguine Christum, Purpureo passum uenerantes sanguine Christum,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, pat: DSSS
They were made martyrs reddened with bloody gore, ,
CdV 884. Martires effecti rubuerunt carne cruenta; Martires effecti rubuerunt carne cruenta;
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: cV?, pa: V?, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
worshipping Christ who suffered through his purple blood.
CdV 885. Quique uicem reddunt domino, ut psalmista canebat: Quique uicem reddunt domino, ut psalmista canebat:
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: t, pa: ct, oa: t, ma: Y, gl: AVbBa, pat: DDSS
They yielded their place to the Lord, as the psalmist sang,
CdV 886. Ecce salutarem calicem per pocula mortis Ecce salutarem calicem per pocula mortis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: AaVBb, pat: DSSS
Look, they accept the goblet of salvation among death’s draughts
CdV 887. Accipiunt pariter pergentes tramite Christi. Accipiunt pariter pergentes tramite Christi.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
Progressing side by side along Christ’s path.
CdV 888. Quos simul inuenit sanctus monstrante beato Quos simul inuenit sanctus monstrante beato
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: vs, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
At the same time saintly Ambrose, with blessed Paul showing the way,
CdV 889. Ambrosius Paulo pausantes carne sepulta, Ambrosius Paulo pausantes carne sepulta,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vp, pa: p, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
found them resting in their buried flesh,
CdV 890. Saxea quadratis quos condit tumbula fossis. Saxea quadratis quos condit tumbula fossis.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, pat: SSSS
where a rocky tomb, dug four-cornered, concealed them.
CdV 891. Hos pia uirginitas comebat flore superno, Hos pia uirginitas comebat flore superno,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: f, ta: f, pa: Vf, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Holy virginity, which always stands beloved by angelic hosts,
CdV 892. Angelicis semper quae constat cara cateruis: Angelicis semper quae constat cara cateruis:
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
decked them with its heavenly flower.
CdV 893. Vnus Geruasius nec non Protasius alter Vnus Geruasius nec non Protasius alter
DDSD

sa: 2\3, oa: s
One was called GERVASIUS, and the other PROTASIUS,
CdV 894. Imperio ueterum sortita uocabula gestant. Imperio ueterum sortita uocabula gestant.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: tV, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
names picked according to their parents’ wishes.
CdV 895. Praesul erat quondam Narcissus forte uocatus, Praesul erat quondam Narcissus forte uocatus,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: m, gl: aVbAB, pat: DDSS
There was once a bishop named by chance NARCISSUS,
CdV 896. Virtutum meritis redolens, ut nomine florens; Virtutum meritis redolens, ut nomine florens;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, pat: SSSS
fragrant in the merits of his virtues, and likewise flourishing in his name.
CdV 897. Quem simul ornabat pollescens munere duplo Quem simul ornabat pollescens munere duplo
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pa: tVp, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
As he became distinguished, he thrived with a double gift,
CdV 898. Pontificatus apex cum uirginitatis honore. Pontificatus apex cum uirginitatis honore.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SSSS
at the same time, the peak of the episcopacy together with the glory of his virginity.
CdV 899. Claruit idcirco celebri rumore per orbem, Claruit idcirco celebri rumore per orbem,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, pat: DSSS
For that reason he was famous throughout the world by noted repute,
CdV 900. Dum uitae meritis fulcitur dogma loquelae; Dum uitae meritis fulcitur dogma loquelae;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: n, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
while the teaching of his speech was supported by the merits of his life.
CdV 901. Nam fontis laticem oleo pinguescere fecit Nam fontis laticem oleo pinguescere fecit
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DDSS
He caused the water of a font to thicken with oil
CdV 902. Et liquida crassis mutauit flumina guttis. Et liquida crassis mutauit flumina guttis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: vf, ta: vf, pa: vf, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: AaVBb, pat: SSSS
and changed liquid streams into dense drops.
CdV 903. Denique cum tempus festis paschalibus aptum Denique cum tempus festis paschalibus aptum
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m?, fs: 3\3, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, e: ?, pat: DDDS
One time, when the time fit for the Easter festivities renewed
CdV 904. Annua Christicolis renouaret uota per orbem, Annua Christicolis renouaret uota per orbem,
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
the annual devotions for Christians throughout the world
CdV 905. Qui solet uberius Christi celebrare triumphos, Qui solet uberius Christi celebrare triumphos,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: f, pa: sf, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
who are accustomed to celebrating Christ’s triumph
CdV 906. Cetera quam celebrent anni sollemnia festa, Cetera quam celebrent anni sollemnia festa,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: m, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
more completely than they celebrate the year’s solemn feasts,
CdV 907. Tunc oleum in uacua defecit lampade uitri Tunc oleum in uacua defecit lampade uitri
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, pa: s, pat: SSSD
at that time, the oil had run out in the empty glass lantern of glass,
CdV 908. Et lichinus fumans furuis obtorpuit umbris, Et lichinus fumans furuis obtorpuit umbris,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
and the smoking lamp-wick, faded in the dusky shadows
CdV 909. Pendula cum nulla flammaret luce lucerna. Pendula cum nulla flammaret luce lucerna.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?, pa: V?p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
as the hanging lantern burned with no light.
CdV 910. Mox fontana iubet Narcissus flumina limphae Mox fontana iubet Narcissus flumina limphae
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: c, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Straightaway, Narcissus, having faith in the Lord, ordered
CdV 911. Fidens in dominum sacros haurire ministros Fidens in dominum sacros haurire ministros
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, pat: DDSS
the holy ministers to draw streams of water from the spring
CdV 912. Et complere cauum cum glauco gurgite uitrum. Et complere cauum cum glauco gurgite uitrum.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, pa: t, ma: Y, gl: AaBVb, pat: DSSS
and to fill the empty glass with the clear liquid.
CdV 913. Funditur interea per cunctas unda lucernas: Funditur interea per cunctas unda lucernas:
SSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, gl: aABVCb, pat: SSSS
Thereupon water is poured into all the lanterns:
CdV 914. Sic exorcizans lichinos benedixit aquosos, Sic exorcizans lichinos benedixit aquosos,
DSSS

sa: 2\3, ta: vf, pa: v, oa: vf, ha: Y
and so, acting as an exorcist, he blessed the watery lamp-wicks,
CdV 915. Iamque latex lucens flammas pascebat edaces; Iamque latex lucens flammas pascebat edaces;
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V, ta: c, pa: cV, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: AaVbaB, pat: DDSS
and then the gleaming liquid began to feed the voracious flames;
CdV 916. Papirus in medio radiabat lumine centro Papirus in medio radiabat lumine centro
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the reed began to shine right in the middle of the light,
CdV 917. Clarius et multo quam fomes pinguis oliui Clarius et multo quam fomes pinguis oliui
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and much more brightly than the rich fuel of olive oil
CdV 918. Aut certe in uitro <re>splendens aruina scrofae. Aut certe in uitro <re>splendens aruina scrofae.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: m, oa: m, ma: Y, gl: AavbB, pat: SSSS
and certainly that of a sow’s fat glowing in the glass.
CdV 919. Mox uulgi cuneus cernens miracula rerum Mox uulgi cuneus cernens miracula rerum
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Straightaway, a crowd of folk, seeing such miraculous things,
CdV 920. In commune Deo grates laudesque frequentat; In commune Deo grates laudesque frequentat;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, pat: DSDS
all together poured forth praise and thanks to God.
CdV 921. Non tulit hanc faustam grassator crescere famam, Non tulit hanc faustam grassator crescere famam,
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: lt, oa: l, ma: l, ha: Y, pat: abVAB
Yet that predator, who strives to crush with his wiles the human race,
CdV 922. Qui genus humanum strofis elidere certat: Qui genus humanum strofis elidere certat:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: t, ta: V?, pa: V?t, oa: V?, ma: Y, e: h, pat: SSDS
did not permit this favourable fame to flourish.
CdV 923. Concilium glomerant cum trino teste nefandum, Concilium glomerant cum trino teste nefandum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vp, pa: p, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
A wicked council was convened, with three witnesses
CdV 924. Qui scelus horrendum concinnant crimine falso, Qui scelus horrendum concinnant crimine falso,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: V?, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSD
who devised a grim crime through false accusation,
CdV 925. Praesulis ut famam serpentis dente lacessant Praesulis ut famam serpentis dente lacessant
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, gl: AVbaB, pat: DDSS
so that they might dent the bishop’s fame with a serpent’s tooth
CdV 926. Atque uenenata sanctum cum fraude sugillent. Atque uenenata sanctum cum fraude sugillent.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: V, oa: Vf, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
and disparage this saint with poisonous deception.
CdV 927. E quorum numero procedens primitus unus, E quorum numero procedens primitus unus,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V?, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
From their number, one man stepped forward first,
CdV 928. Quamuis iuraret, pellaci fraude fefellit: Quamuis iuraret, pellaci fraude fefellit:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSDS
and although he had sworn an oath, he betrayed it through fraudulent deception:
CdV 929. “Ignibus sic atris et flammis fomite farsis “Ignibus sic atris et flammis fomite farsis
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: t, pat: SDSS
‘So may I burn up utterly in dark flames
CdV 930. Conflagrem penitus, si fatu friuola fingam!” Cofflagrem penitus, si fatu friuola fingam!”
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ta: v, pa: vf, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
fed by fuel if I fake falsehoods in my speech.’
CdV 931. Alter subsequitur strofosam ferre querelam; Alter subsequitur strofosam ferre querelam;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
A second followed bringing a cunning accusation.
CdV 932. Taliter ad turmas infit cum uoce procaci: Taliter ad turmas infit cum uoce procaci:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, gl: aBVAb, pat: DSSS
He began to speak to the throng in an insolent voice:
CdV 933. “Sic mea non pereant regali corpora morbo, “Sic mea non pereant regali corpora morbo,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: m, pa: m, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
‘So may my body not perish through the king’s evil [leprosy],
CdV 934. Quod ueros promit iurans sententia fatus!” Quod ueros promit iurans sententia fatus!”
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: c, ha: Y
because my sworn statement provides true proclamations.’
CdV 935. Tertius ast testis profert e pectore questus Tertius ast testis profert e pectore questus
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSD
Then a third witness brought forth a complaint from his breast
CdV 936. Et iuramenti nodosis uincla catenis Et iuramenti nodosis uincla catenis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: v, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
and unwisely tried to bind with lying words
CdV 937. Nititur imprudens uerbis constringere falsis: Nititur imprudens uerbis constringere falsis:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V?c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
the links of his oath with knotty bonds:
CdV 938. “Sic mea non tenebris nigrescant lumina furuis “Sic mea non tenebris nigrescant lumina furuis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: v, ta: v, pa: Vv, oa: Vv, ma: Y, gl: AaCBb, pat: DSSS
‘So may my eyes not grow dark with dusky shadows
CdV 939. Glaucoma nec penitus lippos suffundat ocellos, Glaucoma nec penitus lippos suffundat ocellos,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: V, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
nor may cataracts pour down inside my inflamed eyes,
CdV 940. Assertor uerax si fingam famina falsa!” Assertor uerax si fingam famina falsa!”
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
unless I, who makes true assertions, fake false utterance.’
CdV 941. Propterea exilium uoluit perferre sacerdos: Propterea exilium uoluit perferre sacerdos:
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: sV?, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
As a result of that, the priest was willing to undergo exile;
CdV 942. Inuidiae maculam fugiens declinat iniquam. Inuidiae maculam fugiens declinat iniquam.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: c, pat: DSSS
and, escaping, he turned away from the unfair stain of envy.
CdV 943. Sic pater in saltu fertur uixisse remotus Sic pater in saltu fertur uixisse remotus
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: Vp, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
So the father is said to have lived far off in a grove,
CdV 944. Contemplatiuos carpens sub monte maniplos, Contemplatiuos carpens sub monte maniplos,
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, sa: s, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
plucking thoughtful sheaves beneath a mountain,
CdV 945. Dum solus soli Christo famularier optat Dum solus soli Christo famularier optat
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, sa: v, ma: Y, pat: SDSD
while alone he chose to spend time with Christ alone
CdV 946. Lubrica fallentis conculcans gaudia saecli. Lubrica fallentis conculcans gaudia saecli.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
trampling on the slippery joys of the transitory world.
CdV 947. Mox igitur punit praefatos ultio testes, Mox igitur punit praefatos ultio testes,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: VAbBa, pat: DSSS
Whereupon straightaway vengeance punished the aforementioned witnesses
CdV 948. Qui sacramentis concinnant friuola falsis Qui sacramentis concinnant friuola falsis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: s, gl: aAbVb, pat: DDSS
who devised falsehoods with lying oaths
CdV 949. Et temerare student insontem crimine uatem. Et temerare student insontem crimine uatem.
DSSS

sa: 3\3
and were keen to defile with incrimination the innocent saint.
CdV 950. En lare torrenti testis conflagrat iniquus, En lare torrenti testis cofflagrat iniquus,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: V?s, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
Behold, that wicked witness burned in blazing fire,
CdV 951. Primus qui labris contorsit tela nefandis, Primus qui labris contorsit tela nefandis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: cv, pa: V?v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
he who first cast darts from his unspeakable lips
CdV 952. Praesulis ut uitam fuscarent uerba maligna; Praesulis ut uitam fuscarent uerba maligna;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, sa: v, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
so that his malicious words might darken the bishop’s life;
CdV 953. Culmina celsa crepant ignitis usta fauillis Culmina celsa crepant ignitis usta fauillis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
his high roof crackled, blazing with flaming sparks
CdV 954. Atque propinquorum turmas combusserat ardor. Atque propinquorum turmas combusserat ardor.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SDSS
and the heat consumed hordes of his neighbours.
CdV 955. Sic quoque crudescens multabat poena secundum Sic quoque crudescens multabat poena secundum
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
So too did harsh punishment vex the second man
CdV 956. Morbo regali plectendo lurida membra, Morbo regali plectendo lurida membra,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: d, pa: V?, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
by afflicting his fetid limbs with the king’s evil [leprosy],
CdV 957. Donec putrescens prodiret pectore flatus. Donec putrescens prodiret pectore flatus.
DSDS

sa: 4\2, ca: p, oa: s, ma: s, ha: Y, pat: AabBV
until, rotting away, he gave up the breath in his breast.
CdV 958. Tertius orbatur geminis sub fronte fenestris, Tertius orbatur geminis sub fronte fenestris,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, pa: s, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SDSS
The third one was deprived of the twin windows under his forehead
CdV 959. Limpida dum tenebris clauduntur lumina tetris; Limpida dum tenebris clauduntur lumina tetris;
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
when his bright eyes were closed by black darkness.
CdV 960. Hic ergo aspexit tremulus tormenta priorum, Hic ergo aspexit tremulus tormenta priorum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SSSS
For this one, had witnessed in trepidation the torments of his predecessors,
CdV 961. Qualiter altithronus pellaces plecteret astu: Qualiter altithronus pellaces plecteret astu:
SDSD

sa: 4\2, oa: V, ma: V, ha: Y, h: h
how the high-throned one afflicted the fraudulent ones in their guile,
CdV 962. Horrendi sceleris scenam patefecit opacam. Horrendi sceleris scenam patefecit opacam.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DDSS
he made a show of the shady scene of their horrific crime.
CdV 963. Machina detegitur caecis frustrata sutelis Machina detegitur caecis frustrata sutelis
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DDSS
Their thwarted scheme was uncovered with its blind trickery
CdV 964. Et reus in tantum lacrimarum flumina fudit Et reus in tantum lacrimarum flumina fudit
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: l, e: m, pat: SDSS
and the guilty man poured forth such floods of tears
CdV 965. Irrigat et salsis oculorum fontibus ora, Irrigat et salsis oculorum fontibus ora,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and rinsed his face with salty fountains from his eyes,
CdV 966. Donec ocellorum caruissent luce pupillae. Donec ocellorum caruissent luce pupillae.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: p, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
until the pupils of his eyes lacked light.
CdV 967. Sic uindicta reos plectebat trina Tonantis Sic uindicta reos plectebat trina Tonantis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
So the threefold vengeance of the Thunderer afflicted the guilty
CdV 968. Vsque fugam uitae, cum mors bacchatur acerba; Vsque fugam uitae, cum mors bacchatur acerba;
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: p, oa: p, ma: p, ha: Y, pat: aABVb
right up to the time when they fled their lives, when bitter death raged.
CdV 969. Arbiter aeternus dum sontum crimina punit, Arbiter aeternus dum sontum crimina punit,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: aAvBb, pat: DSSS
While the eternal judge, punishes the wickedness of criminals,
CdV 970. Alma sacerdotis pandit praeconia casti. Alma sacerdotis pandit praeconia casti.
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSSS
he pours forth kindly praise of the chaste priest.
CdV 971. Nec minus interea stupuit Memphitica tellus Nec minus interea stupuit Memphitica tellus
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: s, pa: n, oa: n, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Meanwhile the land of Egypt was no less amazed
CdV 972. Rumores patrum sub caeli culmine claros; Rumores patrum sub caeli culmine claros;
SDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: t, oa: t, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
by the reputations of its fathers, reputed under heaven’s heights .
CdV 973. E quis ortus erat felix Athanasius olim, E quis ortus erat felix Athanasius olim,
DSSD

sa: 3\2, ta: cs, pa: s, oa: cs, ma: c, ha: Y
From whose ranks there once arose blessed ATHANASIUS,
CdV 974. Cuius Alexander sanctissimus extitit altor. Cuius Alexander sanctissimus extitit altor.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSS
whose teacher was the most holy Alexander.
CdV 975. A quo uictus erat, toruum qui scisma docebat, A quo uictus erat, toruum qui scisma docebat,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
For it was by Alexander that the ill-starred Arius was defeated,
CdV 976. Arrius infaustus, uentris dum uiscera foeda Arrius infaustus, uentris dum uiscera foeda
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: f, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
when he was proposing a savage schism; as he shamefully voided
CdV 977. Turpiter egessit ruptis extalibus ani, Turpiter egessit ruptis extalibus ani,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3f | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: abBAV, pat: DSDS
the foul contents of his stomach from the ruptured guts of his arse
CdV 978. Quae caua per criptas complebant antra latrinae. Quae caua per criptas complebant antra latrinae.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pat: SDSS
and they flooded empty hollows throughout the toilet’s recesses.
CdV 979. Sanctus Alexander, missae solemnibus actis Sanctus Alexander, missae solemnibus actis
DSSS

fs: 4d, sa: 2\3, ca: f, oa: r, ha: Y
Once the solemnities of mass had been completed
CdV 980. Cum celebrarentur sacrae libamina mensae, Cum celebrarentur sacrae libamina mensae,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: n, oa: f, ma: Y, e: s, pat: DSSS
and the offerings of the holy meal been celebrated, saintly Alexander
CdV 981. Aspicit infantum ponti per litora turmas Aspicit infantum ponti per litora turmas
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: n, gl: AaBvb, pat: DDSS
in amazement saw hordes of children by the sea-shore,
CdV 982. Mistica dona Dei ludo simulare stupendo. Mistica dona Dei ludo simulare stupendo.
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: s, pat: DDSS
playing at imitating God’s mystical gifts.
CdV 983. Vidit nempe procul, quod sic Athanasius illo Vidit nempe procul, quod sic Athanasius illo
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
Indeed, from afar he saw that in that way Athanasius
CdV 984. Tingeret infantes baptismi gurgite mersos, Tingeret infantes baptismi gurgite mersos,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: m, pa: m, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
was dipping children, immersed in the waters of baptism,
CdV 985. Ceu foret antistes sacrato more dicatus. Ceu foret antistes sacrato more dicatus.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SDSS
as if he were a bishop called according to proper consecration.
CdV 986. Talia signa sacrum portendunt esse futurum, Talia signa sacrum portendunt esse futurum,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: t, pa: t, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Such signs foretold that he would be a holy man,
CdV 987. Prospera quod rerum liquido fortuna declarat; Prospera quod rerum liquido fortuna declarat;
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: f, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
which the favourable outcome of events clearly shows.
CdV 988. Hoc gestum ludis apicum sed seria firmant, Hoc gestum ludis apicum sed seria firmant,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pat: DSSS
But sure accounts made serious what started as a game,
CdV 989. Almus Alexander cum uitam funere clausit. Almus Alexander cum uitam funere clausit.
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SDSS
when kindly Alexander ended his life in death.
CdV 990. Post haec successit florens Athanasius aeuo, Post haec successit florens Athanasius aeuo,
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: t, pat: SDSS
After which, Athanasius, burgeoning in age, succeeded him;
CdV 991. Qui gregis excubias ut pastor ouile tuetur Qui gregis excubias ut pastor ouile tuetur
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, pa: lf, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and as shepherd of the flock he watched over the sheepfold
CdV 992. Contra beluarum fraudes rictusque luporum, Contra beluarum fraudes rictusque luporum,
SDSS

sa: 3\2
against the deceits of beasts and the gaping jaws of wolves,
CdV 993. Qui lustrare solent mandras et saepta bidentum. Qui lustrare solent mandras et saepta bidentum.
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
that frequently roam around the folds and enclosures of sheep.
CdV 994. Hic ergo praesul stolidorum dogmata demens Hic ergo praesul stolidorum dogmata demens
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: l, oa: l, ma: Y, gl: aBVAb, pat: DSSS
This bishop, accordingly, eradicating the doctrines of the foolish,
CdV 995. Scaeuos scismaticos et mille pericula perfert; Scaeuos scismaticos et mille pericula perfert;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DDSS
put up with wicked schismatics and a thousand threats.
CdV 996. Quem idem scismatici spissa fallente caterua Quem idem scismatici spissa fallente caterua
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DDSS
These same schismatics strove to bring him into disrepute
CdV 997. Infamare student fingentes friuola falsa, Infamare student fingentes friuola falsa,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, gl: aBvAb, pat: DDSS
with a dense crowd of dishonesty, faking false fripperies,
CdV 998. Dum regi monstrant euulsum carne lacertum Dum regi monstrant euulsum carne lacertum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: cV, oa: V, ma: Y, e: h, pat: DDSS
such as when they showed the king an arm ripped from flesh,
CdV 999. Et loculo gestant uulgi ad spectacula truncum; Et loculo gestant uulgi ad spectacula truncum;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SDSS
and carried the maimed part in a coffin for the common folk to see.
CdV 1000. Quod magico stolidi dicunt fantasmate gestum Quod magico stolidi dicunt fantasmate gestum
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SSSS
The stupid said it had been done through magical delusion,
CdV 1001. Turpiter Arsenium sic fantes corpore mancum, Turpiter Arsenium sic fantes corpore mancum,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vr, pa: r, oa: Vr, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
in this way disgracefully saying that Arsenius’s had been mutilated
CdV 1002. Qui dudum extiterat librorum tramite lector. Qui dudum extiterat librorum tramite lector.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abBA, pat: SSSS
who previously had stood out as a reader in the way of books.
CdV 1003. Tum iubet Augustus uatem Constantius almum Tum iubet Augustus uatem Constantius almum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, gl: aAbCB, pat: SDSS
Thereupon the Emperor Constantius ordered that the pious prophet
CdV 1004. Protinus amessi porro de finibus istuc. Protinus amessi porro de finibus istuc.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: s, pa: vs, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
then be summoned there straightaway from the borders.
CdV 1005. Sed secus euenit, quam machina straba putabat, Sed secus euenit, quam machina straba putabat,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
But it turned out otherwise from what the cock-eyed plan scheme intended,
CdV 1006. Praefatus lector dum fraudem prodidit atram; Praefatus lector dum fraudem prodidit atram;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
when the aforementioned reader revealed the dark deceit.
CdV 1007. Tunc pius antistes detecta fraude maligna Tunc pius antistes detecta fraude maligna
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Once the wicked deceit had been detected, the holy bishop said:
CdV 1008. “En, inquit, sanam lectoris cernite dextram “En, inquit, sanam lectoris cernite dextram
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
‘Listen’, he said, ‘Gaze on the reader’s whole right hand ,
CdV 1009. Necnon neruosam cuncti spectate sinistram!” Necnon neruosam cuncti spectate sinistram!”
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SDSS
and consider the left hand in rude health.’
CdV 1010. Tum nouus insonti crebrescit laude triumphus, Tum nouus insonti crebrescit laude triumphus,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Then a new triumph became famous in praise of the innocent one
CdV 1011. Quando sacerdotem noscunt sine crimine sanctum; Quando sacerdotem noscunt sine crimine sanctum;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ta: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
when they perceived that the blessed priest was blameless.
CdV 1012. Aemulus obstipuit, fraudis dum scena patescit. Aemulus obstipuit, fraudis dum scena patescit.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
The envious one was staggered when the scheme of the deceit was exposed.
CdV 1013. Buxeus o quantos obtexit pallor inertes Buxeus o quantos obtexit pallor inertes
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
O how many useless men did a box-wood paleness cover
CdV 1014. Seu certe quosdam rubrae confusio frontis! Seu certe quosdam rubrae coffusio frontis!
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m? | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SDSS
likewise indeed as red-faced confusion came over them!
CdV 1015. Sic rea suffragante Deo commenta fatescunt. Sic rea suffragante Deo commenta fatescunt.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: l, pat: SDSD
Thus with God’s assistance do guilty fabrications fail.
CdV 1016. Sed contrita rotis extollit uipera cephal Sed contrita rotis extollit uipera cephal
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 3\3, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, ma: Y, gl: AabBV, pat: SSSD
But, even though the viper, ground down on the rack, raised up its head
CdV 1017. Et rursus ructat tetrum de fauce uenenum; Et rursus ructat tetrum de fauce uenenum;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SSSS
and again belched forth black poison from its throat.
CdV 1018. Namque alia sanctum nituntur fallere fraude. Namque alia sanctum nituntur fallere fraude.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: t, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: aAbBv, pat: SSSS
For they strove to mislead the saint by yet another deceit.
CdV 1019. Femina nempe procax strofis instructa nefandis Femina nempe procax strofis instructa nefandis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pat: DDSS
Indeed a wanton woman well-versed in wicked wiles
CdV 1020. Insimulare studet stuprorum crimine uatem, Insimulare studet stuprorum crimine uatem,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
tried to charge the saint with an accusation of licentiousness
CdV 1021. Sed dicto citius uerborum spicula peltis Sed dicto citius uerborum spicula peltis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
But quicker than words, a priest blunted the bite of what she said
CdV 1022. Presbiter obtundit mecham molimine uincens, Presbiter obtundit mecham molimine uincens,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
with a shield, overcoming with his undertaking the female fornicator
CdV 1023. Quem probrosa manus strictim fallentis obuncat. Quem probrosa manus strictim fallentis obuncat.
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: c, oa: c, ma: c, ha: Y
whom the disgraceful hand of the deceptive one was clasping close.
CdV 1024. Sed tamen antistes Christi testudine fretus Sed tamen antistes Christi testudine fretus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, pat: DSSS
Yet however, the bishop, relying on Christ’s protection,
CdV 1025. Aemula scaeuorum uitat figmenta uirorum: Aemula scaeuorum uitat figmenta uirorum:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
avoided the envious ruses of perverse men.
CdV 1026. Delituit senis annorum cursibus intro Delituit senis annorum cursibus intro
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, oa: p, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
Descending right to the deep obscurity of a cistern
CdV 1027. Cisternae latebram descendens usque profundam, Cisternae latebram descendens usque profundam,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: s, pat: SDSS
empty of water, that offered a roof’s cover,
CdV 1028. Quae limphis uacua praestabat tecta tigilli. Quae limphis uacua praestabat tecta tigilli.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: AaVbBv, pat: DDSS
he hid inside for a circuit of six years.
CdV 1029. Qua latuisse ferunt lustris uoluentibus ipsum, Qua latuisse ferunt lustris uoluentibus ipsum,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: m, pat: SSSS
They say that he concealed himself there as periods of years passed,
CdV 1030. Cerneret ut nusquam radiantem lumine Phoebum; Cerneret ut nusquam radiantem lumine Phoebum;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: r, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
so that he never saw Phoebus shining with light.
CdV 1031. Iustitiae uero solem septemplicis aethrae, Iustitiae uero solem septemplicis aethrae,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?c, pa: c, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
But in fact he never ceased from gazing in his mind’s eye
CdV 1032. Quem sacra per biblos descripsit littera lautos, Quem sacra per biblos descripsit littera lautos,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
on the sun of justice of the sevenfold sky,
CdV 1033. Pectoris intuitu desistit cernere numquam. Pectoris intuitu desistit cernere numquam.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSSS
which sacred writing has described in splendid books.
CdV 1034. Garrula nunc Babilae depromat cartula palmam Garrula nunc Babilae depromat cartula palmam
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: sc, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Let my fluent text now set forth the fame of BABILAS,
CdV 1035. Plurima pontificis pandens praeconia clari, Plurima pontificis pandens praeconia clari,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
making known the very many tributes to the famous bishop,
CdV 1036. Qui excubias gregis et caulas uallare bidentum Qui excubias gregis et caulas uallare bidentum
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: l, gl: VAbBa, pat: SSSS
Who had been drilled the written doctrine of the book
CdV 1037. Imbutus fuerat conscripto dogmate bibli Imbutus fuerat conscripto dogmate bibli
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
to protecting the flock’s defences and folds for the sheep
CdV 1038. Dirorum contra morsus rictusque luporum. Dirorum contra morsus rictusque luporum.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pat: DDDS
against the snapping and biting of dreadful wolves.
CdV 1039. Princeps, imperium qui Romae rexerat amplum, Princeps, imperium qui Romae rexerat amplum,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: m, pat: SDSS
When the emperor who ruled the expansive empire of Rome,
CdV 1040. Immo triquadrum discreto limite mundum, Immo triquadrum discreto limite mundum,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
which is to say the three-cornered earth from its known edge,
CdV 1041. Non cunctante gradu cum sanctae limina ualuae Non cunctante gradu cum sanctae limina ualuae
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vd, pa: cd, ma: Y, e: m, gl: aABVb, pat: SSDS
wished with violence and without hesitation to approach its sacred gate’s threshold,
CdV 1042. Vellet adire ferox strofa stimulante maligni, Vellet adire ferox strofa stimulante maligni,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
with the wicked one’s deception spurring him on,
CdV 1043. Tum pius Augustum castigans uoce superbum Tum pius Augustum castigans uoce superbum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: g, oa: g, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
then the holy bishop, rebuking the proud emperor with his voice,
CdV 1044. Increpat antistes contempto stemmate regis: Increpat antistes contempto stemmate regis:
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, ta: p, pa: vp, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
reproached him without respect for his royal diadem.
CdV 1045. Fatu defendens sacri uestibula templi Fatu defendens sacri uestibula templi
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Defending with his speech the sacred temple’s vestry,
CdV 1046. Praecipit audacter maculatum caede cruenta Praecipit audacter maculatum caede cruenta
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, pa: V?, oa: V?c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
he boldly told the one stained with bloody gore
CdV 1047. Absidam ecclesiae pullis non tangere palmis. Absidam ecclesiae pullis non tangere palmis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: m, pat: SSSS
not to touch the apse of the church with his dark hands.
CdV 1048. Ducitur augustam quapropter praesul ad aulam, Ducitur augustam quapropter praesul ad aulam,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: l, pa: l, oa: l, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
And for that reason the bishop is brought to the imperial hall
CdV 1049. Vt uice uerborum strabo cum rege loquatur. Vt uice uerborum strabo cum rege loquatur.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: b, pat: SSSS
so that in an exchange of words he might speak with the cock-eyed king.
CdV 1050. Impius extemplo uenerandum cogere poenis Impius extemplo uenerandum cogere poenis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, pa: c, oa: fc, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
The impious one at once began through the use of punishments
CdV 1051. Christicolam coepit constrictum nexibus artis, Christicolam coepit constrictum nexibus artis,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: c, pat: DSSS
to force the venerable worshipper of Christ, tied up in tight knots,
CdV 1052. Vt supplex ueterum oraret figmenta deorum, Vt supplex ueterum oraret figmenta deorum,
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
so that as a suppliant he might pray to idols of ancient gods,
CdV 1053. Dilubri statuis libans holocausta litaret. Dilubri statuis libans holocausta litaret.
SSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DDSS
offering libations and sacrificing burnt offerings to the temple’s statues.
CdV 1054. Quod flamen felix ut spurca uenena recusat Quod flamen felix ut spurca uenena recusat
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: AaVBb, pat: SSSS
But the blessed priest spurned this as though it were vile venom
CdV 1055. Nec blandimentis inclinat colla sacellis. Nec blandimentis inclinat colla sacellis.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
and he did not bow the neck by fawning at shrines.
CdV 1056. Tum tres infantes germano foedere uinctos, Tum tres infantes germano foedere uinctos,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: s, pat: DSSS
Then the emperor ordered that three youths,
CdV 1057. Quos prius imbuerat scripturae dogmate praesul, Quos prius imbuerat scripturae dogmate praesul,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SDSS
bound by a brotherly bond, who the bishop had previously instructed
CdV 1058. Imperat Augustus lentis sexare flagellis, Imperat Augustus lentis sexare flagellis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, pa: m, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: ABVba, pat: DSSS
in the doctrine of Scripture, be afflicted with flexible whips,
CdV 1059. Quatenus inflictis nutarent pectora flagris, Quatenus inflictis nutarent pectora flagris,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: g, pa: gp, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
in so far as their hearts, which had previously resisted ,
CdV 1060. Quae prius obstiterant regi parere nefando. Quae prius obstiterant regi parere nefando.
DSSS

sa: 3\3, ta: f, oa: f, ha: Y
obeying the wicked emperor might bow to blows inflicted.
CdV 1061. Sed tamen infantum non cedant corpora poenis; Sed tamen infantum non cedant corpora poenis;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vv, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
Yet even so, the youths’ bodies did not yield to punishments,
CdV 1062. Quin magis horrendas uincunt praecordia uirgas, Quin magis horrendas uincunt praecordia uirgas,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: d, pat: SDSS
but rather, their hearts overcame the horrible rods,
CdV 1063. Quamuis sanguineos fudissent uerbera riuos Quamuis sanguineos fudissent uerbera riuos
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
even though the beatings had spilt bloody streams
CdV 1064. Crudaque per teneras rorarent uulnera pulpas. Crudaque per teneras rorarent uulnera pulpas.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
and raw wounds became moist all over tender flesh.
CdV 1065. Tunc demum capital perpessus sorte sacerdos Tunc demum capital perpessus sorte sacerdos
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ta: p, pa: dp, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
Then at last, having suffered capital punishment as his lot,
CdV 1066. Aethera glauca petit deuicta morte triumphans, Aethera glauca petit deuicta morte triumphans,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the bishop triumphantly sought the blue-grey skies, having conquered death.
CdV 1067. Necnon inuestes, sursam migrante magistro, Necnon inuestes, sursam migrante magistro,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
And the beardless ones, when their teacher was passing away above,
CdV 1068. Hoc est effebi, quos rubris serta rosetis Hoc est effebi, quos rubris serta rosetis
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: t, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
that is young men, whom garlands of red roses
CdV 1069. Ornabant, pariter caelorum culmen ouantes Ornabant, pariter caelorum culmen ouantes
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
adorned and likewise rejoicing entered the lofty heights
CdV 1070. Angelicis iuncti penetrabant coetibus altam. Angelicis iuncti penetrabant coetibus altam.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SSSS
of heaven, after joining the angelic throngs.
CdV 1071. Quis ualet urbane laudes sermone polito Quis ualet urbane laudes sermone polito
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
Who has the ability to speak smoothly, in polished speech ,
CdV 1072. Fari sanctorum sub caeli culmine claras, Fari sanctorum sub caeli culmine claras,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSSS
the praise of saints, famed under the heaven’s heights
CdV 1073. Qua croceos Titan radios defundit in orbem, Qua croceos Titan radios defundit in orbem,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
where Titan pours down his golden rays on the world,
CdV 1074. Dum lustrat latum reflexo tramite mundam? Dum lustrat latum reflexo tramite mundam?
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: aBbAV, pat: DSSS
as he illuminates the wide earth on back-and-forth course?
CdV 1075. Sed tamen egregios depromens garrula scabro Sed tamen egregios depromens garrula scabro
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Yet even so, may this fluent page
CdV 1076. Incipiat celebrare uiros nunc pagina uersu, Incipiat celebrare uiros nunc pagina uersu,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
now begin to set out and celebrate in unpolished verse
CdV 1077. Quos materna simul matrix enixa gemellos Quos materna simul matrix enixa gemellos
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m, fs: 4\3, pa: s, pat: DDDS
those outstanding men whom their mother’s womb
CdV 1078. Edidit in mundo sortitos nomina dupla! Edidit in mundo sortitos nomina dupla!
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
brought forth born into the world as twins with double names,
CdV 1079. Quorum alter Cosmas, Damianus dicitur alter; Quorum alter Cosmas, Damianus dicitur alter;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, pat: DDSS
of whom one was called COSMAS, DAMIAN the other.
CdV 1080. Imbuit hos pariter saecli doctrina medelam Imbuit hos pariter saecli doctrina medelam
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: s, pat: DSSS
While worldly teaching taught these two a cure ,
CdV 1081. Necnon diuina praestauit gratia gratis, Necnon diuina praestauit gratia gratis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: s, pat: DSSS
it was also divine favour that freely surpassed that,
CdV 1082. Vt possent fibris putres explodere pestes Vt possent fibris putres explodere pestes
DDSS

sa: 2\3, pat: ABVab
so that they were able to expel rotting corruption
CdV 1083. Atque salutiferam morbis impendere curam Atque salutiferam morbis impendere curam
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, gl: AVBb, pat: SDSS
from internal organs and apply a health-giving cure against diseases,
CdV 1084. Artibus horrendas pellentes corpore clades. Artibus horrendas pellentes corpore clades.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: aBvAb, pat: SDSS
expelling awful damage from the body with their skills .
CdV 1085. Mutos et maucos, claudos surdosque repertos, Mutos et maucos, claudos surdosque repertos,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: c, pa: m, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
The mute and the maimed, and the lame and those found deaf,
CdV 1086. Luscos ac strabos, qui torta luce fruuntur, Luscos ac strabos, qui torta luce fruuntur,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, pa: m, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the one-eyed and squinting, who make use of twisted light,
CdV 1087. Blessos ac balbos, qui scaeuis uerba loquelis Blessos ac balbos, qui scaeuis uerba loquelis
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
the stammering and the stuttering, who spoil words
CdV 1088. Fantes corrumpunt et, quicquid debile fertur, Fantes corrumpunt et, quicquid debile fertur,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
when they speak, by their distorted utterance, and, whatever infirmity occurred,
CdV 1089. Caelitus instaurant, Christo donante, salute Caelitus instaurant, Christo donante, salute
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
they made whole with heaven’s healing as Christ granted,
CdV 1090. Sicque luem carnis trudunt medicamine spurcae. Sicque luem carnis trudunt medicamine spurcae.
DDSS

sa: 5\2, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, oa: cs, ha: Y, pat: aVbAB
and so drove out the contagion of filthy flesh with their medicine.
CdV 1091. Nec tamen eximio uirtutum munere dites Nec tamen eximio uirtutum munere dites
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: f, pat: DSSS
And even so, rich with the exceptional gift of virtue,
CdV 1092. Auri fallentis gestant marsuppia farsa, Auri fallentis gestant marsuppia farsa,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, ca: p, ta: Vp, pa: Vp, oa: Vp, ma: Y, gl: vabAB, pat: SDSS
they did not carry purses stuffed with specious gold,
CdV 1093. Sed loculos nummi calcant ut tetra uenena Sed loculos nummi calcant ut tetra uenena
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, pa: V?, ma: Y, gl: abBA, pat: SSSD
but rather trampled on pouches of money as if they were black poison,
CdV 1094. Omnia donantes gratis pro stipe superna. Omnia donantes gratis pro stipe superna.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
granting everything for free for the sake of their stipend on high.
CdV 1095. Princeps interea, mundi qui sceptra regebat, Princeps interea, mundi qui sceptra regebat,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
Meanwhile, an emperor, who controlled the world’s realm,
CdV 1096. Martires edictis multat crudelibus atrox. Martires edictis multat crudelibus atrox.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: fv, ta: f, pa: fv, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
was viciously punishing martyrs with cruel edicts.
CdV 1097. Tum geminos pelagi praedictos gurgite fratres Tum geminos pelagi praedictos gurgite fratres
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pat: SDSD
Then he submerged in the sea , in the swirling of the ocean, the aforementioned
CdV 1098. Merserat in pontum fretos uirtute Tonantis; Merserat in pontum fretos uirtute Tonantis;
DDSS

sa: 3\2
twin brothers, who relied on the Thunderer’s power.
CdV 1099. Algida sed uitreis mitescunt aequora flustris, Algida sed uitreis mitescunt aequora flustris,
SDSS

fs: 3\2, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
But the chilly waters grew calm with clear swells,
CdV 1100. Dum dicto citius sanctos ad litora uectant: Dum dicto citius sanctos ad litora uectant:
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: s, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
until quicker than words they bore the saints to the shore.
CdV 1101. Sic compressa salis sacra uirtute potestas Sic compressa salis sacra uirtute potestas
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSS
In this way salty power, held back by holy force,
CdV 1102. Turgida fluctiuagis sopiuit caerula campis, Turgida fluctiuagis sopiuit caerula campis,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vc, pa: tc, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: VAbBa, pat: DDSS
calmed the swollen surface of the wavy plains,
CdV 1103. Dextera dum patris portum patefecit in undis. Dextera dum patris portum patefecit in undis.
DSSS

sa: 3\3, oa: m
while the right hand of the father revealed a harbour in the waves.
CdV 1104. Impius idcirco cernens uexilla tropei Impius idcirco cernens uexilla tropei
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
So that ungodly man, seeing the banners of victory,
CdV 1105. Altera Gorgoneis molitur damna uenenis. Altera Gorgoneis molitur damna uenenis.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SDSS
contrived other injuries with the poison of a Gorgon.
CdV 1106. Nam truculenta ferox flammarum pabula torret Nam truculenta ferox flammarum pabula torret
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: m, pa: m, oa: m, ma: Y, gl: aBvBA, pat: DDSS
For the ferocious one ignited the savage sustenance of flames
CdV 1107. Et sarmentorum fornacem fomite farcit, Et sarmentorum fornacem fomite farcit,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
and stuffed a furnace with the kindling of tinder-wood;
CdV 1108. In quam flagrantem sacros detrudere iussit, In quam flagrantem sacros detrudere iussit,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
and into this conflagration he ordered the holy men to be shoved
CdV 1109. Vt rogus insontes prunarum torre cremaret Vt rogus insontes prunarum torre cremaret
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, ma: Y, gl: AaVbBC, pat: DDSS
so that the pyre would burn up in a blaze of coals the innocent limbs,
CdV 1110. Artus, quos dudum turgescens gurgite pontus Artus, quos dudum turgescens gurgite pontus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: VAbBa, pat: DDDS
which the sea, long swelling in a swirl
CdV 1111. Mergere non quibat limpharum fluctibus atris. Mergere non quibat limpharum fluctibus atris.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, pat: SSSD
could not drown in the dark waves of its waters.
CdV 1112. Sic facula flammae fornacis fomite friget, Sic facula flammae fornacis fomite friget,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DDDS
In this way the flame’s flash froze in furnace’s fire-wood,
CdV 1113. Vt miles Christi neglecto turbine flammae Vt miles Christi neglecto turbine flammae
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, ca: v, ta: v, pa: vV, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
so that Christ’s warrior, having forgotten the whirling of flame,
CdV 1114. Redderet ingentes pro uita sospite grates, Redderet ingentes pro uita sospite grates,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: Vm, pa: m, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: aABVb, pat: DSSS
gave great thanks that their lives were saved,
CdV 1115. Ceu salamandra focos solet insultare pyrarum, Ceu salamandra focos solet insultare pyrarum,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, ta: c, pa: c, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
just as a salamander is accustomed to despising the heat of the hearth,
CdV 1116. Quamuis congerie glomeretur forte rogorum. Quamuis congerie glomeretur forte rogorum.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: t, ca: t, ta: t, pa: t, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
even if by chance it is gathered up into a wood-pile’s stack.
CdV 1117. Tunc crucis in patulum coguntur scandere robur Tunc crucis in patulum coguntur scandere robur
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: l, oa: l, ma: Y, gl: AbVaB, pat: DDSS
Then they were compelled to climb onto the broad wood of a cross
CdV 1118. Atque faretrarum densas sufferre sagittas. Atque faretrarum densas sufferre sagittas.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: ps, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and suffer intense arrow-shots from quivers.
CdV 1119. Mox sator aeternus, qui sanctos iure triumphat, Mox sator aeternus, qui sanctos iure triumphat,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pat: DSDS
Straightaway, the eternal progenitor, who rightly raises up the holy,
CdV 1120. Spicula tortorum confregit dira reorum; Spicula tortorum coffregit dira reorum;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: sc, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
splintered the dread darts of the guilty torturers.
CdV 1121. Exin martirii sumpserunt serta cruenta Exin martirii sumpserunt serta cruenta
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: l, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
Thereafter, they took on the bloody garlands of martyrdom,
CdV 1122. Ad conuexa poli migrantes culmina celsi. Ad conuexa poli migrantes culmina celsi.
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: l, ca: l, ta: l, pa: l, ma: Y, gl: aCVAB, pat: DSSS
passing on to the vaulted heights of the lofty sky.
CdV 1123. Nec meminisse moror praeconia clara Chrisanti, Nec meminisse moror praeconia clara Chrisanti,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: vV?, ma: Y, gl: VaBAb, pat: DSSS
Nor do I delay to recall the brilliant fame of CHRYSANTHUS,
CdV 1124. Quem merito mundus famosa laude frequentat. Quem merito mundus famosa laude frequentat.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: vf, ta: v, pa: vf, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
whom the world justly celebrates with renowned praise.
CdV 1125. Hunc igitur genitor florentem tempore proto Hunc igitur genitor florentem tempore proto
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: g, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
So by chance his father handed this beardless youth,
CdV 1126. Tradidit inuestem rethorum forte magistris, Tradidit inuestem rethorum forte magistris,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: n, oa: n, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
flourishing from an early age, over to the teachers of rhetoric,
CdV 1127. Vt puer indolis librorum disceret artes, Vt puer indolis librorum disceret artes,
SDDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
so that the promising boy might learn the accomplishments of books,
CdV 1128. Quos mundana colit stolido sapientia sensu; Quos mundana colit stolido sapientia sensu;
DSSS

sa: 2\3, ta: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: f, ha: Y, pat: aVbAB
which worldly wisdom celebrates with slow-witted sense.
CdV 1129. Qui fuit, ut fertur, donatus mente sagaci Qui fuit, ut fertur, donatus mente sagaci
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
He was, so it is said, gifted with a clever mind,
CdV 1130. Ardens ingenio et prudens pectore puber. Ardens ingenio et prudens pectore puber.
SSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, oa: vf, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
a boy burning with brilliance and sensible at heart.
CdV 1131. Post haec illustris cum sacra uolumina lector Post haec illustris cum sacra uolumina lector
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, gl: aCVaB, pat: DSDS
After this, when as a noted reader
CdV 1132. Auribus hausisset caelesti grammate scripta, Auribus hausisset caelesti grammate scripta,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
he drank in with his ears the sacred volumes written in heavenly language,
CdV 1133. Protinus antiquae contemnens dogmata sectae Protinus antiquae contemnens dogmata sectae
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, pat: DDSS
immediately spurning the doctrines of an ancient cult,
CdV 1134. Falsa uetustarum calcauit friuola legum Falsa uetustarum calcauit friuola legum
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: d, pat: DSSS
he trampled upon the empty vanities of old laws,
CdV 1135. Et dicto citius nanctus rudimenta fidei Et dicto citius nanctus rudimenta fidei
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and quicker than words, having acquired the fundamentals of faith
CdV 1136. Flagitium sceleris baptismi diluit unda; Flagitium sceleris baptismi diluit unda;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: c, ta: f, pa: fv, ma: Y, gl: aBAbC, pat: SSSS
He washed away the stain of sin with the waters of baptism.
CdV 1137. Mox publice Christum paganis praedicat ultro Mox publice Christum paganis praedicat ultro
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, pa: t, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Soon he willingly preached Christ in public to the pagans,
CdV 1138. Dira superbarum spernens tormenta minarum. Dira superbarum spernens tormenta minarum.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: Vc, pa: c, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
scorning the dread torments of arrogant threats.
CdV 1139. Tum genitor sobolem naturae iura resoluens Tum genitor sobolem naturae iura resoluens
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pa: vp, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
Then his father, setting aside the laws of nature,
CdV 1140. Truserat in tenebras conclusi carceris atras Truserat in tenebras conclusi carceris atras
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: vc, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
shoved his son into the dark blackness of a bolted prison,
CdV 1141. Magnopere metuens fisci decreta nefandi; Magnopere metuens fisci decreta nefandi;
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
greatly fearing the decrees of a wicked treasury.
CdV 1142. Insuper et capital tremulus formidat acerbum. Insuper et capital tremulus formidat acerbum.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDDS
Nervously, he dreaded above all bitter capital punishment.
CdV 1143. Sed cum mens iuuenis ferret tormenta libenter, Sed cum mens iuuenis ferret tormenta libenter,
DDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: l, pat: abVBA
But while the young man’s mind bore the torments willingly,
CdV 1144. Mox aliam genitor concinnans machina scenam Mox aliam genitor concinnans machina scenam
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: v, pat: SDSD
the father soon devised another plan with a scheme,
CdV 1145. Lubrica mundanis admouit gaudia pompis: Lubrica mundanis ammouit gaudia pompis:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, pat: DSSS
and applied the dangerous delights of worldly display,
CdV 1146. Serica purpureis praebens uelamina peplis, Serica purpureis praebens uelamina peplis,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: c, pat: DSSD
showing him the silken coverings of purple robes,
CdV 1147. Quae moritura facit fetoso uiscere bombis, Quae moritura facit fetoso uiscere bombis,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: cV, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
which a silkworm had produced at the point of death from its fecund innards,
CdV 1148. Induit egregium pretiosa ueste nitentem. Induit egregium pretiosa ueste nitentem.
SSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: tV?, pa: t, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
he dressed his splendid son, who shone in precious clothing.
CdV 1149. Tunc iussu patris conuiuia larga puellae Tunc iussu patris conuiuia larga puellae
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: aAbBV, pat: DDSS
Then at the father’s command girls
CdV 1150. Diliciasque ferunt epuli luxusque culinae Diliciasque ferunt epuli luxusque culinae
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V?f, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
decked out in varied clothes and fair of face
CdV 1151. Vestibus ornatae uariis et fronte uenusta, Vestibus ornatae uariis et fronte uenusta,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SSSS
brought the finest of feasting and the kitchen’s splendours,
CdV 1152. Talibus ut pompis miles mollesceret audax, Talibus ut pompis miles mollesceret audax,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
so that the bold warrior might grow soft with such displays
CdV 1153. Ferrea quis crebro cedunt praecordia uirum. Ferrea quis crebro cedunt praecordia uirum.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vn, pa: n, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
to which the iron hearts of men frequently surrender.
CdV 1154. Sed tamen armatus Christi testudine tiro Sed tamen armatus Christi testudine tiro
DDSS

sa: 3\2, pat: abCAB
Yet however, fortified by Christ’s protection, this young warrior
CdV 1155. Oscula uirgineis dispexit lubrica labris Oscula uirgineis dispexit lubrica labris
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: l, ca: l, ta: l, pa: l, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
despised the dangerous kisses from maidenly lips
CdV 1156. Nec penetrare sinit stuprorum spicula pectus, Nec penetrare sinit stuprorum spicula pectus,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DDSS
and did not permit the stab of fornication to penetrate his chest,
CdV 1157. Sed procul excussit iaculatas fraude sagittas: Sed procul excussit iaculatas fraude sagittas:
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
but rather far shook off arrows shot at him in deceit.
CdV 1158. Non, sicut cecinit sponsali carmine uatis, Non, sicut cecinit sponsali carmine uatis,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: AbVaB, pat: DDSS
Not then, as the poet sang in the marriage song
CdV 1159. Mellea tunc roseis haerescunt labra labellis, Mellea tunc roseis haerescunt labra labellis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
did ‘honeyed lips cling to his rosy mouths’,
CdV 1160. Dulcia sed Christi lentescunt labra labellis. Dulcia sed Christi lentescunt labra labellis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: SDSS
but Christ’s sweet lips lingered upon his mouth.
CdV 1161. Venit ad extremum uirgo certamen adulta Venit ad extremum uirgo certamen adulta
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: l, pat: DSSS
As a final trial there came Daria, a vestal virgin,
CdV 1162. Daria Vestalis formosa fronte rubescens, Daria Vestalis formosa fronte rubescens,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: V, pat: SSSS
full-grown and blushing with a beautiful face,
CdV 1163. Aurea cum glaucis quam comit lunula gemmis. Aurea cum glaucis quam comit lunula gemmis.
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: f, ca: f, pa: Vf, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
who wore a golden brooch with blue-green gems.
CdV 1164. Nititur haec iuuenem Veneris constringere nexu, Nititur haec iuuenem Veneris constringere nexu,
DDSS

sa: 5\2, ta: v, oa: d, ha: Y
She tried to ensnare the young man in the bonds of love
CdV 1165. Quatenus ad thalami flectat conubia mentem. Quatenus ad thalami flectat conubia mentem.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
to the point where he would bend his thoughts to the coming together of the bedroom.
CdV 1166. Haec falerata fuit facundis freta loquelis; Haec falerata fuit facundis freta loquelis;
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: b, pat: SSDS
She was finely adorned and relied on fair words;
CdV 1167. Denique diserti stupuerunt forte magistri Denique diserti stupuerunt forte magistri
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: m, oa: m, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
in the end accomplished teachers were greatly astonished
CdV 1168. Virginis ingenium biblorum famine fultum: Virginis ingenium biblorum famine fultum:
DSDS

sa: 3\2
at the virgin’s intelligence, underpinned by the language of literature:
CdV 1169. Nempe tenax scripti fuerat ueloxque legendi. Nempe tenax scripti fuerat ueloxque legendi.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: t, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: aBVAb, pat: DSSS
she was indeed retentive writing and swift in reading.
CdV 1170. Sed secus euenit fortunae casus opacae: Sed secus euenit fortunae casus opacae:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, pa: vV, ma: Y, e: ?, pat: SSSS
But the fall of murky fortune turned out differently:
CdV 1171. Dum pius opposuit fatis contraria fata, Dum pius opposuit fatis contraria fata,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, gl: aBVAb, pat: DDSS
while the pious one opposed the contrary outcomes of fate,
CdV 1172. Daria, quae dudum seruabat numina Vestae, Daria, quae dudum seruabat numina Vestae,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: DSSS
Daria, who for long had clung to the divinity of Vesta,
CdV 1173. Credidit altithronum, caeli qui sceptra gubernat, Credidit altithronum, caeli qui sceptra gubernat,
SSSS

fs: 4d, sa: 2\3, ta: c, pa: c, oa: nc, ha: Y
came to believe in the high-throned one who governs the rule of heaven;
CdV 1174. Facundis uirgo uerbis conuersa Chrisanti. Facundis uirgo uerbis conuersa Chrisanti.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: v, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: abAB, pat: DDSS
the virgin was converted by the fine words of Chrysanthus.
CdV 1175. Tunc simulata tori fingunt consortia fatu Tunc simulata tori fingunt consortia fatu
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
Then they contrived by a pledge feigning the union of wedlock,
CdV 1176. Moribus et castis uiuunt concorditer ambo, Moribus et castis uiuunt concorditer ambo,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSSS
and they both lived together harmoniously in a chaste manner,
CdV 1177. Vt spurcum penitus uitarent pectore naeuum Vt spurcum penitus uitarent pectore naeuum
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, pat: DSSS
so that deep in their hearts they might avoid the vile blemish
CdV 1178. Et maculam Veneris pullam, cum corde fugassent. Et maculam Veneris pullam, cum corde fugassent.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: s-, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and dark stain of Venus, since once they had driven it from their hearts.
CdV 1179. Post haec baptismi sacratis tingitur undis, Post haec baptismi sacratis tingitur undis,
DDDS

sa: 2\3, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: V, ha: Y
After this, she was dipped in the holy streams of baptism
CdV 1180. Quatenus exuuias spoliaret mente uetustas Quatenus exuuias spoliaret mente uetustas
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, e: ?, pat: SSSS
to the point where it might strip the old spoils from her mind
CdV 1181. Et noua de liquido sumatur gurgite lodix; Et noua de liquido sumatur gurgite lodix;
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: l, pat: DDSS
and a new blanket might be taken up from the streaming liquid.
CdV 1182. Tum uirgo ueterum spreuit documenta librorum Tum uirgo ueterum spreuit documenta librorum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: cV?, ta: c, pa: c, oa: cV?, ma: Y, gl: AbBaV, pat: DSSS
Then the virgin spurned the teachings of the old books
CdV 1183. Et sequitur Christi quadratis dogmata biblis. Et sequitur Christi quadratis dogmata biblis.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, gl: aAvBb, pat: DDSS
and followed the doctrines in the fourfold books of Christ.
CdV 1184. Quis poterit uulgi tantas numerare cateruas, Quis poterit uulgi tantas numerare cateruas,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSSS
Who could tally up count how many crowds of the common folk
CdV 1185. Quantas exemplis egerunt credere Christo? Quantas exemplis egerunt credere Christo?
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSSS
they brought to believe in Christ by their example?
CdV 1186. Traditur idcirco poenis torquendus acerbis, Traditur idcirco poenis torquendus acerbis,
DDSS

sa: 3\3, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ha: Y, pat: AbaVB
For that reason, Chrysanthus was handed over to be tortured with bitter punishments,
CdV 1187. Septuaginta uiri quem denso milite seruant, Septuaginta uiri quem denso milite seruant,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: s, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and guarded by seventy men in a throng of warriors,
CdV 1188. Herculis in fano ni forsan tura litaret. Herculis in fano ni forsan tura litaret.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: pv, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
unless he would make a sacrifice of incense at the shrine of Hercules.
CdV 1189. Tunc miles coepit dirus uexare negantem Tunc miles coepit dirus uexare negantem
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
Then a dread warrior began to torment that champion who refused, ,
CdV 1190. Anthletam domini fretum uirtute superna Anthletam domini fretum uirtute superna
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, pa: d, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
relying on the heavenly power of the Lord,
CdV 1191. Vdis et crudis neruorum nexibus angens Vdis et crudis neruorum nexibus angens
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and he constrained him with damp, rough knots of thongs
CdV 1192. Torrida flammantis laturum caumata solis; Torrida flammantis laturum caumata solis;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: t, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
so that he could endure the blazing heat of the flaming sun.
CdV 1193. Sed puncto citius laxantur lora lacertis Sed puncto citius laxantur lora lacertis
DDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: c, ma: c, ha: Y, pat: abVAB
But quick as a flash those ligatures were loosened from his arms
CdV 1194. Omnipotente Deo restes soluente nefandos. Omnipotente Deo restes soluente nefandos.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: l, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
after God Almighty cut loose those wicked cords.
CdV 1195. Ecce suras iterum cipporum uincula cludunt Ecce suras iterum cipporum uincula cludunt
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pat: DDDS
But look: the bonds of the stocks again enclosed his calves
CdV 1196. Cruraque cum rigidis nectebant turgida lignis: Cruraque cum rigidis nectebant turgida lignis:
SSSS

fs: 4d, sa: 3\2, ta: s, oa: p, ha: Y
and were binding his swollen limbs to the rigid beams:
CdV 1197. Extemplo cippum findit regnator Olimpi, Extemplo cippum findit regnator Olimpi,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: ABaVb, pat: DSDS
straightaway, the ruler of Olympus split the stock,
CdV 1198. Quamuis hunc stolidi caecata mente ligarent. Quamuis hunc stolidi caecata mente ligarent.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSSS
although the stupid bound that man in with blinded minds.
CdV 1199. Lotia tunc lictor crudelis spargere iussit Lotia tunc lictor crudelis spargere iussit
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: sc, ma: Y, pat: SDSD
Then a cruel attendant ordered that he be spattered with piss,
CdV 1200. Sacros umectans artus fetore putenti, - Sacros umectans artus fetore putenti, -
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?c, pa: c, ma: Y, gl: AavBb, pat: DSSS
drenching his holy limbs with a putrid stink,
CdV 1201. Qui liquor, ut dicunt, atrum fantasma fugabit - Qui liquor, ut dicunt, atrum fantasma fugabit -
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vc, ta: c, pa: c, oa: Vc, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
since they say that liquid will dispel dark fancies,
CdV 1202. Dum uernam domini sperat necromantia fretum; Dum uernam domini sperat necromantia fretum;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, pat: DDSS
because he believed that the Lord’s servant relied on sorcery;
CdV 1203. Sed putor ambrosiam flagrabat nectare suauem. Sed putor ambrosiam flagrabat nectare suauem.
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: r, pat: DDSS
but the stench exuded the sweet ambrosia of nectar.
CdV 1204. Exin tortores buculam deglobere byrsa Exin tortores buculam deglobere byrsa
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, gl: aAVBb, pat: SSSS
Then the torturers commanded that a heifer be flayed of its hide
CdV 1205. Mandant, ut crudo stringantur tergore membra Mandant, ut crudo stringantur tergore membra
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: r, ca: r, ta: r, pa: r, oa: r, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SSSS
so that the martyr’s limbs might be bound in the raw skin,
CdV 1206. Martiris ardentem passuri lumine solem; Martiris ardentem passuri lumine solem;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: abVAB, pat: SSSS
as he was about to experience the sun blazing with light.
CdV 1207. Torrida sed Titan compressit fulmina feruens, Torrida sed Titan compressit fulmina feruens,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: s, ca: s, ta: s, pa: Vs, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
But burning Titan held back his boiling heat
CdV 1208. Vt nulla insontis ferrent incendia membra. Vt nulla insontis ferrent incendia membra.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: v, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
so that the limbs of the innocent man endured no conflagration.
CdV 1209. Tum reciproca uirum claudunt ergastula sacrum: Tum reciproca uirum claudunt ergastula sacrum:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pat: DSDS
Then repeated restraints confined the holy man:
CdV 1210. Arta catenarum constringunt uincla lacertos Arta catenarum constringunt uincla lacertos
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: d, pa: t, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
the tight bonds of chains fastened his arms
CdV 1211. Necnon et collum nectunt cum crure gemello; Necnon et collum nectunt cum crure gemello;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: V, ca: V, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: AaBVb, pat: DSSS
and likewise tied his neck to his twin legs,
CdV 1212. Ecce repente pius nodatos arbiter artus Ecce repente pius nodatos arbiter artus
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
look: suddenly the pious judge rescued the knotted limbs
CdV 1213. Eripit et chalibis mox stricta ligamina rupit. Eripit et chalibis mox stricta ligamina rupit.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: t, oa: t, ma: Y, gl: AacbB, pat: DSSS
and straightaway burst the tight bonds of steel.
CdV 1214. Porro cum sanctum nodoso uimine miles Porro cum sanctum nodoso uimine miles
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pat: DSSS
Afterwards an unfortunate warrior, who rejoiced in red blood,
CdV 1215. Caederet infaustus, rubro qui sanguine gaudet, Caederet infaustus, rubro qui sanguine gaudet,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: m, ta: m, pa: m, oa: m, ma: Y, gl: AaCBb, pat: DSSS
would have wounded the saint with a knotty withy.
CdV 1216. Sed - mirum dictu - sceptrorum flagra beatus Sed - mirum dictu - sceptrorum flagra beatus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
But, amazing to say, the blessed martyr
CdV 1217. Ictibus argutis martyr non sensit acerba; Ictibus argutis martyr non sensit acerba;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: m, pa: m, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
did not feel the sharp strikes of the rods with their loud blows;
CdV 1218. Quin immo, ut plumae, mollescunt uimina sancto Quin immo, ut plumae, mollescunt uimina sancto
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: aBVAb, pat: DSSS
but rather, the pliant withies grew soft as feathers to the saint,
CdV 1219. Lenia, ceu uiridis lentescit papirus amne. Lenia, ceu uiridis lentescit papirus amne.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
or like the green papyrus that grows pliant in the stream.
CdV 1220. Claudius his signis compunctus credidit ultro: Claudius his signis compunctus credidit ultro:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
Inspired by these miracles, Claudius believed willingly:
CdV 1221. Septuaginta uiros conuertens dogmate claro Septuaginta uiros conuertens dogmate claro
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: cp, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
converting seventy men with clear doctrine
CdV 1222. Fecit baptismi purgari gurgite mersos. Fecit baptismi purgari gurgite mersos.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: d, pa: d, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
he had them purified after they had been dipped in the water of baptism.
CdV 1223. Quapropter rubro perfusos sanguinis ostro Quapropter rubro perfusos sanguinis ostro
DDSS

ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
For that reason, the fortunate warrior led them to heavenly Olympus,
CdV 1224. Miles ad aethereum faustus perduxit Olimpum; Miles ad aethereum faustus perduxit Olimpum;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pat: DDDD
spattered with the red blood of purple, ,
CdV 1225. Quos simul obstrusit felix spelunca sepultos Quos simul obstrusit felix spelunca sepultos
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: Vp, pa: p, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and those men whom the blessed cave shut in together,
CdV 1226. Lucida perpetuae uisuros praemia uitae. Lucida perpetuae uisuros praemia uitae.
SDDS

sa: 4\2, ta: s, oa: s, ha: Y, pat: aBVbC
would see the shining prize of perpetual life.
CdV 1227. His conuexa poli merito lustrantibus alta His conuexa poli merito lustrantibus alta
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, gl: ABaVb, pat: DDDS
While these were brightening up the lofty vaults of the sky,
CdV 1228. Daria cum duro patitur tormenta Chrisanto. Daria cum duro patitur tormenta Chrisanto.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: nV, pa: n, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: VAbBa, pat: DSSS
Daria suffered torment alongside the resolute Chrysanthus.
CdV 1229. Impiger ast ille strictus molimine ferri Impiger ast ille strictus molimine ferri
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d?, fs: 2\3, ca: c, e: m, pat: DDDS
But that energetic man, constrained by an iron contraption,
CdV 1230. Truditur in tenebras laturus carceris atras, Truditur in tenebras laturus carceris atras,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m, fs: 4\3, pat: DDSS
was shoved into the dark blackness of prison to suffer
CdV 1231. Lurida quo putridis fluxerunt stercora criptis; Lurida quo putridis fluxerunt stercora criptis;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: sd, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
where fetid excrement flowed through the putrid crypts;
CdV 1232. Nectare sed fetor cedit ceu luce latebrae. Nectare sed fetor cedit ceu luce latebrae.
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
but the stench gave way to nectar as darkness does to light.
CdV 1233. Truditur interea sceleratis Daria scortis Truditur interea sceleratis Daria scortis
DSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSS
Meanwhile, Daria was handed over to depraved whores,
CdV 1234. Prostibulum mechae penetrans sine crimine scaeuo; Prostibulum mechae penetrans sine crimine scaeuo;
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SDDS
entering the brothel of a harlot while being without any lewd sin;
CdV 1235. Sed leo de clatris rugibundus mittitur artis Sed leo de clatris rugibundus mittitur artis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
but a roaring lion was sent from its constraining cage
CdV 1236. Virgineos artus tutos seruare puellae: Virgineos artus tutos seruare puellae:
SDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: t, pa: t, oa: t, ma: Y, gl: abAB, pat: DSDS
to keep safe the girl’s virginal limbs.
CdV 1237. Si quisquam cuperet sacrum temerare pudorem Si quisquam cuperet sacrum temerare pudorem
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
If anyone were to wish to defile her holy chastity
CdV 1238. Gestibus obscenis contrectans corpus honestum, Gestibus obscenis contrectans corpus honestum,
SSSS

sa: 2\3
by laying hands on her respectable body with obscene actions,
CdV 1239. Arcam ceu quondam probrosus contigit Oza, Arcam ceu quondam probrosus contigit Oza,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: V?, pa: f, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
just as once the shameful Oza touched the ark,
CdV 1240. Protinus oppeteret confusus fronte petulcus Protinus oppeteret coffusus fronte petulcus
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
swiftly the wanton man, with a confused expression would die
CdV 1241. Rictibus et rabidis, corrosus dente leonis, Rictibus et rabidis, corrosus dente leonis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSS
through rabid bites and, gnawed by the lion’s teeth,
CdV 1242. Vltricem poenam sentiret morte ferina. Vltricem poenam sentiret morte ferina.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: d, pa: d, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
would experience avenging punishment through a beastly death.
CdV 1243. Tunc demum Augusti, qui Romae regna regebat, Tunc demum Augusti, qui Romae regna regebat,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Then at last, once death was decreed by the emperor ,
CdV 1244. Decreto rubras sumpserunt morte coronas Decreto rubras sumpserunt morte coronas
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
who ruled the realm of Rome, they assumed red crowns,
CdV 1245. Et simul in cripta pausant sablone sepulti, Et simul in cripta pausant sablone sepulti,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m, fs: 4\3, pat: DDDS
and they rest together buried in a crypt in the sand
CdV 1246. Quos simul in uita uexauit poena cruenta. Quos simul in uita uexauit poena cruenta.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: mp, ta: m, pa: m, oa: m, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
whom bloody punishment tormented together in life .
CdV 1247. Credimus, ut faustis glomeratos iure cateruis Credimus, ut faustis glomeratos iure cateruis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
We believe that he who frees the world from bondage
CdV 1248. De gremio tumuli, cum tellus sponte dehiscit De gremio tumuli, cum tellus sponte dehiscit
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
will awaken to peace from the grave’s embrace those who are rightly gathered
CdV 1249. Et genus humanum tumbis emerserit atris, Et genus humanum tumbis emerserit atris,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: s, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
in fortunate throngs, when the earth gapes open
CdV 1250. Suscitet ad requiem, mundum qui laxat habenis. Suscitet ad requiem, mundum qui laxat habenis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
of its own accord and humankind will emerge from dark tombs .
CdV 1251. Tempore transacto sanctum gentilibus armis Tempore transacto sanctum gentilibus armis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vc, ta: V, pa: Vc, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: abAB, pat: DDSS
Once time had passed, a savage storm,
CdV 1252. Ecclesiam Christi tempestas saeua cruentans Ecclesiam Christi tempestas saeua cruentans
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pat: SSSS
bloodying the holy Church of Christ with heathen weapons,
CdV 1253. Martiribus sacris mortis discrimina mille Martiribus sacris mortis discrimina mille
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
piled up a thousand perils of death for holy martyrs,
CdV 1254. Conglobat insontes torquens sine crimine culpae, Conglobat insontes torquens sine crimine culpae,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: v, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
torturing those who were innocent, without offence of guilt,
CdV 1255. Vt miles Christi stricto mucrone negaret, Vt miles Christi stricto mucrone negaret,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: p, ca: p, ta: p, pa: pc, oa: p, ma: Y, gl: aBAb, pat: SDSS
so that a warrior of Christ, after a sword had been drawn, would deny his faith
CdV 1256. Impia tortorum cum ferret flagra malorum. Impia tortorum cum ferret flagra malorum.
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: ps, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
when he suffered the wicked blows of evil torturers.
CdV 1257. Hos inter quidam Iulianus nomine martyr Hos inter quidam Iulianus nomine martyr
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SDSS
Among these a certain martyr, JULIAN by name
CdV 1258. Horrida sanguineis perfert certamina poenis. Horrida sanguineis perfert certamina poenis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, pat: DSSS
endured horrific trials with bloody punishments.
CdV 1259. Quem pater ad scolam, cum primo glesceret aeuo, Quem pater ad scolam, cum primo glesceret aeuo,
DSDD

sa: 2\3, ta: s, oa: s, ha: Y
His father sent him to school, once he had progressed from his first years,
CdV 1260. Prodidit, ut tomis dialectica dogmata rerum Prodidit, ut tomis dialectica dogmata rerum
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: c, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
so that he might learn the dialectal doctrines of things from writings
CdV 1261. Et simul rethoricas biblorum disceret artes. Et simul rethoricas biblorum disceret artes.
DDDD

sa: 3\2, ta: s, ma: s, ha: Y
and at the same time the rhetorical arts of books.
CdV 1262. Mox igitur iuuenis ueterum documenta librorum, Mox igitur iuuenis ueterum documenta librorum,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Soon, therefore, even though the handsome young man,
CdV 1263. Quamuis in tenero pulcher pubesceret aeuo, Quamuis in tenero pulcher pubesceret aeuo,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
was growing in tender years, being a scholar in skill
CdV 1264. Limpida discipulus scripsit scolasticus astu; Limpida discipulus scripsit scolasticus astu;
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSS
the student copied the clear teachings of old volumes.
CdV 1265. Cumque pater sobolem uetulus uidisset adultam, Cumque pater sobolem uetulus uidisset adultam,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: m, pa: m, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
When his aged father saw that his son was fully grown,
CdV 1266. Nititur indolem claris natalibus ortam Nititur indolem claris natalibus ortam
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: cV, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: AaCBb, pat: DDSS
he tried to sway him, since he was offspring sprung from a famous line,
CdV 1267. Flectere cum precibus, thalamorum ut iura capessat, Flectere cum precibus, thalamorum ut iura capessat,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSDS
to undertake the responsibilities of the marriage-bed,
CdV 1268. Quatenus inde foret post successura nepotum Quatenus inde foret post successura nepotum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: AavBC, pat: DSSS
in so far as there would then be from there a coming lineage of descendants,
CdV 1269. Progenies, mallet si ditem ducere sponsam. Progenies, mallet si ditem ducere sponsam.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?l, pa: l, oa: l, ma: Y, gl: aBVCA, pat: DDSS
if he would choose to marry a wealthy wife.
CdV 1270. Flagitat indutias septem sufferre dierum, Flagitat indutias septem sufferre dierum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
He insisted that he be granted seven days’ space,
CdV 1271. Quatenus hoc spatio pulsaret uoce Tonantem Quatenus hoc spatio pulsaret uoce Tonantem
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: t, gl: aAbCvB, pat: DDSS
so that during that interval he might entreat the Thunderer with his voice,
CdV 1272. Subnixis precibus rogitans oracula, diui Subnixis precibus rogitans oracula, diui
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, pat: SSSS
seeking out signs by his humble prayers,
CdV 1273. Certius ut quiret Christi cognoscere nutum. Certius ut quiret Christi cognoscere nutum.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
so that he could more clearly know the will of divine Christ.
CdV 1274. Denique transacto uenerandus tempore puber Denique transacto uenerandus tempore puber
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
At last when time passed the venerable you,
CdV 1275. Lecto sopitus cum somno membra dedisset, Lecto sopitus cum somno membra dedisset,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: r, pat: SDSS
was asleep in bed having given his limbs to slumber,
CdV 1276. Oroma per noctem cernebat rite supernum; Oroma per noctem cernebat rite supernum;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: m, pa: sd, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
when at night he duly saw a heavenly vision.
CdV 1277. Caelestes fatus sic felix auribus hausit: Caelestes fatus sic felix auribus hausit:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: t, ta: V, pa: V, oa: t, ma: Y, gl: aAbBv, pat: DSSS
The blessed man drank in with his ears the following celestial speech:
CdV 1278. “Protinus e strato festina surgere, miles! “Protinus e strato festina surgere, miles!
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: abVBA, pat: DSSS
‘Rush to rise at once from your couch, warrior!
CdV 1279. Ne metuas iuuenis sortiri dote puellam Ne metuas iuuenis sortiri dote puellam
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, gl: AavBC, pat: DDSS
Fear not, young man, that you will be granted a young woman with a dowry
CdV 1280. Dulcia neu rigidus frangas decreta parentum, Dulcia neu rigidus frangas decreta parentum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: dp, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and do not stubbornly breach your parents’ loving decisions ;
CdV 1281. Sed tamen hanc sociam sanctam seruare memento, Sed tamen hanc sociam sanctam seruare memento,
DSDS

fs: 4\3, pa: t, pat: SSSD
yet however remember to preserve her as a holy helpmeet,
CdV 1282. Quae tibi cum mero copulatur corpore uirgo! Quae tibi cum mero copulatur corpore uirgo!
DDDS

sa: 3\2, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: V, ha: Y
the maiden who is joined to you with a pure body!
CdV 1283. Namque pudicitiae comes indefessa manebit. Namque pudicitiae comes indefessa manebit.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: m, ta: m, pa: m, oa: m, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
For she will remain a tireless companion of chastity.
CdV 1284. Multa mihi populi seruibunt milia passim, Multa mihi populi seruibunt milia passim,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
Many thousands of people will serve me everywhere
CdV 1285. Quae uestris credent caelorum sceptra loquelis.” Quae uestris credent caelorum sceptra loquelis.”
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
and will have faith in the rule of heaven through your words.’
CdV 1286. Interea iuuenis patris praecepta facessit Interea iuuenis patris praecepta facessit
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Therefore the young fulfilled his father’s instructions
CdV 1287. Et simulata tori spondens conubia matri Et simulata tori spondens conubia matri
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSD
and, undertaking an assumed marriage for his mother’s sake,
CdV 1288. Accipit ornatam gemmis auroque puellam. Accipit ornatam gemmis auroque puellam.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSS
he accepted the girl adorned with gems and gold.
CdV 1289. Attamen altithronus quadrati conditor orbis Attamen altithronus quadrati conditor orbis
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
Yet the high-throned creator of the four-cornered earth
CdV 1290. Pacta tutatur sponsum cum uirgine castum, Pacta tutatur sponsum cum uirgine castum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
protected the chaste husband and the betrothed virgin ,
CdV 1291. Propria fuscarent ut numquam crimine membra Propria fuscarent ut numquam crimine membra
DSSS

sa: 4\2, ta: sp, oa: s, ha: Y
so that they would never stain their own limbs with sin;
CdV 1292. Luxuriam carnis frenantes ilibus almis, Luxuriam carnis frenantes ilibus almis,
SDSS

sa: 4\2, ta: p, oa: v, ha: Y
reining in the flesh’s excesses with blessed loins,
CdV 1293. Praesertim pia cum Christus praecordia pungens Praesertim pia cum Christus praecordia pungens
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
especially because Christ, spurring on their pious hearts,
CdV 1294. Per somnum moneat castum seruare pudorem. Per somnum moneat castum seruare pudorem.
SDSS

sa: 2\3, oa: d
urged them in their sleep to preserve pure chastity.
CdV 1295. Nam bibli seriem, quem rex direxit Olimpi, Nam bibli seriem, quem rex direxit Olimpi,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: vf, ta: v, pa: v, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
For in their bedroom they saw the narrative of a book,
CdV 1296. In thalamo cernunt aurato grammate scriptam, In thalamo cernunt aurato grammate scriptam,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: vf, ta: vf, pa: vf, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
directed by the King of Olympus and inscribed in golden letters,
CdV 1297. In quo uirginitas seruari sancta iubetur; In quo uirginitas seruari sancta iubetur;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: f, pa: nf, oa: n, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
in which holy virginity was commanded to be kept.
CdV 1298. Exin uernarum fundant coenubia Christi, Exin uernarum fundant coenubia Christi,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: t, pa: t, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
After that, they set up monasteries for Christ’s followers
CdV 1299. Normam iustitiae qui seruant tramite scripto; Normam iustitiae qui seruant tramite scripto;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: V, oa: Vf, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
who kept the rule of righteousness with its prescribed course.
CdV 1300. Virginibus quoque condunt gurgustia cellae, Virginibus quoque condunt gurgustia cellae,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SSSS
They also founded smaller cells for female celibates,
CdV 1301. Quas licet inferior sexus discriminet ordo, Quas licet inferior sexus discriminet ordo,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
for though the lower rank of their sex set them apart,
CdV 1302. Non tamen inferior uirtutum cardo sequestrat. Non tamen inferior uirtutum cardo sequestrat.
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: aAbBV, pat: SDSS
in no way did a lower hierarchy of their virtues keep them distinct.
CdV 1303. In quis nempe decem monachorum milia florent: In quis nempe decem monachorum milia florent:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
Indeed, in these monasteries ten thousand monks flourished:
CdV 1304. Cantibus assiduis et psalmi carmine crebro Cantibus assiduis et psalmi carmine crebro
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 4\3, pa: v, pat: DDSS
and here they continually served both day and night
CdV 1305. Hic famulabantur iugiter noctesque diesque Hic famulabantur iugiter noctesque diesque
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
with songs unceasing and frequent chanting of psalms,
CdV 1306. Viribus infractis pulsantes atria caeli, Viribus infractis pulsantes atria caeli,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: fc, pa: f, oa: fc, ma: Y, gl: aVBAb, pat: DSSS
entreating the halls of heaven with strength unbroken
CdV 1307. Astriferi precibus dum lustrant limen Olimpi. Astriferi precibus dum lustrant limen Olimpi.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
while they light up the threshold of starry Olympus with their prayers.
CdV 1308. Interea ueteris ructantur fauce draconis Interea ueteris ructantur fauce draconis
DDSS

caesura pattern: clā́ua | 2m | 3m | 4d, sa: 3\2, ta: c, oa: V?, ma: V?, ha: Y
Meanwhile black poisons torturing Christ’s sacred hosts
CdV 1309. Atra uenena sacras Christi torquentia turmas. Atra uenena sacras Christi torquentia turmas.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: r, pa: t, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
belched forth from the ancient dragon’s maw.
CdV 1310. Tum miles Christi nodoso fuste flagella Tum miles Christi nodoso fuste flagella
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Then Christ’s warrior, constrained by tight bonds,
CdV 1311. Sustinet immerito constrictus nexibus artis, Sustinet immerito constrictus nexibus artis,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: vc, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
undeservedly suffered blows from a knotty club;
CdV 1312. Flagraque cum crepitu persultant caede cruenta, Flagraque cum crepitu persultant caede cruenta,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DDDS
the beatings reverberated with noise from gory torture
CdV 1313. Donec purpureo rorarent sanguine riui: Donec purpureo rorarent sanguine riui:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: f, pat: DDSS
until there were streams dripping with purple blood.
CdV 1314. Sic sequitur dominum deuota mente minister Sic sequitur dominum deuota mente minister
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: s, gl: aVBAb, pat: SDDS
In this way the servant followed his Lord with a dedicated mind,
CdV 1315. Ad superas arces angusto tramite tendens, Ad superas arces angusto tramite tendens,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ta: v, pa: v, ma: Y, gl: aVbBA, pat: DSSS
heading on a narrow path to the citadels on high,
CdV 1316. Vt prius angusto tendebat calle magister Vt prius angusto tendebat calle magister
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: fp, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
just as previously the master headed on a narrow track,
CdV 1317. Sanguine purpureo demens peccamina mundi, Sanguine purpureo demens peccamina mundi,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
taking away the sins of the world with his purple blood
CdV 1318. Dum pius in patulum dignatur scandere lignum. Dum pius in patulum dignatur scandere lignum.
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
when that holy one deigned to that outstretched beam.
CdV 1319. Tum luscus tortor sensit detrimenta pupillae Tum luscus tortor sensit detrimenta pupillae
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m? | 4m, fs: 3\3, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: h, pat: DSSS
Then a torturer felt damage to his pupil and became one-eyed
CdV 1320. Martiris afflictus flagris et stipitis ictu; Martiris afflictus flagris et stipitis ictu;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: d, pat: DDSS
after being struck by beatings and the rod’s blow aimed at the martyr;
CdV 1321. Mox monoptalmi restaurat lumina martyr, Mox monoptalmi restaurat lumina martyr,
SDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: Vs, oa: s, ma: V, ha: Y
Straightaway the martyr restored sight to the one eyed man,
CdV 1322. Quamuis pontifices fani ludibria passi Quamuis pontifices fani ludibria passi
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
even though the temple-priests, who had allowed the outrage,
CdV 1323. Reddere non possent euulsam stipite lucem. Reddere non possent euulsam stipite lucem.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: AabVB, pat: DSSS
could not return the light which had been ripped away by the rod.
CdV 1324. Insuper excelsum forti compage sacellum - Insuper excelsum forti compage sacellum -
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: c, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SDSS
Moreover, by laying low its ancient construction he razed to the ground
CdV 1325. Quinquaginta simul stabant simulacra metallis - Quinquaginta simul stabant simulacra metallis -
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: l, pa: Vl, oa: Vl, ma: Y, e: ?, gl: AbVaB, pat: SSSS
the lofty temple with its strong structure,
CdV 1326. Diruit ad fundum sternens molimina prisca. Diruit ad fundum sternens molimina prisca.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: Vc, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and likewise fifty metal idols that were standing there.
CdV 1327. Non Mars uulnificus, qui belli semina spargit Non Mars uulnificus, qui belli semina spargit
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: V, ca: V, ta: V, pa: Vr, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: abAVB, pat: DDDS
Mars, the wound-giver who scatters the seeds of war,
CdV 1328. Rancida Gorgoneis inspirans corda uenenis, Rancida Gorgoneis inspirans corda uenenis,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
inspiring bitter hearts with the Gorgon’s poison,
CdV 1329. Dilubri statuis potuit succurrere parmis; Dilubri statuis potuit succurrere parmis;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, pa: V?c, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
was unable to assist the temple’s statues with his shield;
CdV 1330. Nec Venus aut Veneris prodest spurcissima proles; Nec Venus aut Veneris prodest spurcissima proles;
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
nor were Venus or her most shameful offspring of any use;
CdV 1331. Aurea sternuntur fundo simulacra Mineruae, Aurea sternuntur fundo simulacra Mineruae,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: Vd, ta: V, pa: Vd, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: AabBV, pat: SSSS
there were cast down on the ground the golden idols of Minerva,
CdV 1332. Quamque deam stolidi dixerunt arte potentem; Quamque deam stolidi dixerunt arte potentem;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
the goddess whom fools have said is powerful in skill;
CdV 1333. Nec Bacchus ualuit, cui frondent palmite uites, Nec Bacchus ualuit, cui frondent palmite uites,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, pat: DDSS
nor was Bacchus, for whom the vines flourish on the branch,
CdV 1334. Vt referunt falso ueterum figmenta librorum, Vt referunt falso ueterum figmenta librorum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: fV, pa: f, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: VaABb, pat: DSSS
as the fictions of ancient volumes falsely convey,
CdV 1335. Numine nutantes fani fulcire columnas, Numine nutantes fani fulcire columnas,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
able to buttress by his authority the sanctuary’s teetering columns.
CdV 1336. Sed titubant templi tremibundis marmora crustis Sed titubant templi tremibundis marmora crustis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: V?p, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
But the temple’s marbles tottered on their quivering slabs,
CdV 1337. Et ruit in praeceps tessellis fabrica fractis. Et ruit in praeceps tessellis fabrica fractis.
SSSS

sa: 3\3, ta: c
and the structure toppled headlong, with its tiles shattered, .
CdV 1338. Neptunus, fama dictus regnator aquarum, Neptunus, fama dictus regnator aquarum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
Neptune, said by repute to be the ruler of the waters,
CdV 1339. Qui regit imperium ponti turgentibus undis, Qui regit imperium ponti turgentibus undis,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: d, pa: d, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
who commands the kingdom of the sea with its surging waves,
CdV 1340. Falsas effigies, quas glauco marmore sculpunt Falsas effigies, quas glauco marmore sculpunt
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: t, pa: pt, oa: t, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
did not have the power then to sustain the fake images
CdV 1341. Aurea seu fulua quas ornant petala fronde, Aurea seu fulua quas ornant petala fronde,
DDSS

sa: 1\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: rV?, ma: V, ha: Y
of old gods, which they sculpted in shiny marble
CdV 1342. Non ualuit ueterum tunc sustentare deorum. Non ualuit ueterum tunc sustentare deorum.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
or which gold leaves adorned with a gilded garland.
CdV 1343. Alcides fertur Centauri uictor opimus, Alcides fertur Centauri uictor opimus,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: s, pat: SDSS
Alcides is said to have been the splendid victor over the Centaur,
CdV 1344. Flammea qui pressit latronis flamina Caci, Flammea qui pressit latronis flamina Caci,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: fV?, ma: Y, gl: VabBA, pat: DSSS
and he quelled the flaming breath of the robber Cacus
CdV 1345. Quamuis fumosis ructaret flabra loquelis: Quamuis fumosis ructaret flabra loquelis:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V, pa: Vc, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSD
although he belched forth blasts in smoky speech:
CdV 1346. Herculis in cripta sed torquet dextera; claua Herculis in cripta sed torquet dextera; claua
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
but the right hand of Hercules squeezed in his den,
CdV 1347. Non tamen in templo rigida uirtute resultat, Non tamen in templo rigida uirtute resultat,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: f, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
but his club did not spring back with stiff strength in the temple,
CdV 1348. Qua famulus Christi supplex oramina fudit. Qua famulus Christi supplex oramina fudit.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: AaVBbV, pat: DDSD
where Christ’s suppliant servant poured forth his prayers.
CdV 1349. Vulcanus catax, quem fingunt igne potentem Vulcanus catax, quem fingunt igne potentem
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: m, pa: m, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Lame Vulcan, whom they pretended to be powerful with fire,
CdV 1350. Torrida flammigeris moderantem fulmina frenis, Torrida flammigeris moderantem fulmina frenis,
DDSS

sa: 3\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ha: Y
restraining fiery lightning-bolts with flaming reins,
CdV 1351. Funditus occubuit fraudatus torre rogorum. Funditus occubuit fraudatus torre rogorum.
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: v, pa: sv, ma: Y, gl: abAB, pat: DSDS
crashed to the ground, made foolish by the burning blaze.
CdV 1352. Sic quassata ruit simulacris machina lapsis, Sic quassata ruit simulacris machina lapsis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
In this way the crushed construction collapsed with fallen idols,
CdV 1353. Vt ueterum narrat uerax historia regum: Vt ueterum narrat uerax historia regum:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
as the true history of old kings relates.
CdV 1354. Cum geminam flamen prolem peccare uideret Cum geminam flamen prolem peccare uideret
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: vp, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
For when the priest saw that the twin offspring had transgressed,
CdV 1355. Nec tamen asperitas patris compesceret ulla Nec tamen asperitas patris compesceret ulla
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: cV?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
nor yet that their father’s harshness had not at all curbed,
CdV 1356. Plecteret aut sontes crudescens ultio natos, Plecteret aut sontes crudescens ultio natos,
DSSS

fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: pc, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
nor had his violent vengeance punished, the guilty children,
CdV 1357. Acriter idcirco exarsit uindicta Tonantis, Acriter idcirco exarsit uindicta Tonantis,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DDSS
for that reason, the Thunderer’s retribution bitterly blazed,
CdV 1358. Quatenus arca Dei dirae post funera stragis Quatenus arca Dei dirae post funera stragis
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: pf, ta: p, pa: p, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
with the result that, after the destruction of dread devastation,
CdV 1359. Ducta per Azotos simulacrum sterneret altum; Ducta per Azotos simulacrum sterneret altum;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the ark of God would be led through Azotos, to lay low the lofty idol.
CdV 1360. Tunc ruit in frontem confracto poplite Dagon Tunc ruit in frontem coffracto poplite Dagon
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: t, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Then Dagon fell on his face with shattered knees,
CdV 1361. Et caput infandum funestos liquerat artus Et caput infandum funestos liquerat artus
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pat: SSSS
and his wicked head left his polluted limbs,
CdV 1362. (Quod uulsum ex umeris ciues in limine cernunt, (Quod uulsum ex umeris ciues in limine cernunt,
SSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: V, ma: V, ha: Y
the head which the citizens could see snatched from his shoulders on the threshold,
CdV 1363. Aurora in fuluis dum luxit lutea bigis Aurora in fuluis dum luxit lutea bigis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: n, oa: n, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
while ruddy dawn shone from her golden chariot,
CdV 1364. Et croceum iubar in quadrum flauesceret orbem Et croceum iubar in quadrum flauesceret orbem
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SDSS
and the saffron sunbeam grew yellow throughout the four-cornered earth
CdV 1365. Ac roseos patulis radios infunderet aruis) Ac roseos patulis radios infunderet aruis)
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: l, pat: SDSS
and poured forth rosy rays on outstretched fields,
CdV 1366. Spinaque cum trunca membrorum parte remansit: Spinaque cum trunca membrorum parte remansit:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: l, pa: l, oa: l, ma: Y, gl: aBVAb, pat: DDSS
and there remained the spine and trunk and part of the limbs:
CdV 1367. Haud secus in diuos, quorum cassata potestas Haud secus in diuos, quorum cassata potestas
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: sV, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
not otherwise did the ruler of Olympus rage against the gods,
CdV 1368. Ad fundam cecidit, saeuit regnator Olimpi, Ad fundam cecidit, saeuit regnator Olimpi,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: t, pa: c, oa: t, ma: Y, gl: AaCBb, pat: SSSS
whose shattered power fell to the ground,
CdV 1369. Expers ut nullus diri discriminis esset, Expers ut nullus diri discriminis esset,
SDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: s, oa: s, ha: Y
so that none failed to feel the dread danger,
CdV 1370. Ceu stili series praesenti grammate pandit. Ceu stili series praesenti grammate pandit.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSSS
as the narrative of this current text revealed in writing.
CdV 1371. Sic quoque terga dedit cassato numine Phoebus Sic quoque terga dedit cassato numine Phoebus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: cV, pa: c, oa: cV, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
So too did Phoebus retreat with shattered power
CdV 1372. Qui fuit infausti Saturni filius atrox, Qui fuit infausti Saturni filius atrox,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: m, pa: Vm, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
The savage son of unfortunate Saturn
CdV 1373. Iupiter, ingentem quem pompant carmina uatum: Iupiter, ingentem quem pompant carmina uatum:
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, gl: vaBbA, pat: DSDD
was Jupiter, whom poets’ songs boast of as being mighty,
CdV 1374. Hic patris imperium, quod fantur opuscula prisca, Hic patris imperium, quod fantur opuscula prisca,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, pat: DSSS
acquired his father’s power after expelling him,
CdV 1375. Contra naturam pulso spadone capessit; Contra naturam pulso spadone capessit;
DDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: t, oa: t, ma: Y, gl: AVaBb, pat: DDSS
a eunuch, against nature, as the ancient works explain;
CdV 1376. Tum miser in Latio demptis genitalibus exul Tum miser in Latio demptis genitalibus exul
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: t, ta: t, pa: t, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
that wretched castrated exile lurked in Latium,
CdV 1377. Delituit nati uitans discrimen acerbi. Delituit nati uitans discrimen acerbi.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, pat: SDSS
avoiding the hazard of his harsh son.
CdV 1378. Nec Pluton prodest, qui tetris tartara sceptris Nec Pluton prodest, qui tetris tartara sceptris
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: u, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Nor did Pluto offer assistance, he who governed the infernal regions with his dark power
CdV 1379. Rexit et inferni furua regnauit in aula; Rexit et inferni furua regnauit in aula;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: SDSD
and reigned in the murky hall of Hades;
CdV 1380. Hic Cereris sobolem nigrantes uexit ad umbras, Hic Cereris sobolem nigrantes uexit ad umbras,
SDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: s, oa: V?, ha: Y
he was the one who carried off Ceres’ child to the black shades;
CdV 1381. Sed regina sequi matrem Proserpina nolle Sed regina sequi matrem Proserpina nolle
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
but queen Proserpina did not wish to follow her mother,
CdV 1382. Fertur in antiquis falsato grammate biblis. Fertur in antiquis falsato grammate biblis.
SDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: p, gl: ababC, pat: DDSS
as it is said in ancient books with dishonest words.
CdV 1383. Nec Pan, Arcadiae quem gens colit exta litando, Nec Pan, Arcadiae quem gens colit exta litando,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: V?s, ma: Y, gl: abBA, pat: DSSD
Nor did Pan, whom the people of Arcadia worship by sacrificing entrails,
CdV 1384. Plurima dum ueribus torrebunt uiscera flammis, Plurima dum ueribus torrebunt uiscera flammis,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: m, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
when very many innards will roast on spits in flames,
CdV 1385. Contulit auxilium fani fundamine fracto. Contulit auxilium fani fundamine fracto.
DDSD

sa: 4\2, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: V, ha: Y
offer assistance to the temple’s fractured foundations.
CdV 1386. Machina celsa labat, cum culmina fracta fatescunt: Machina celsa labat, cum culmina fracta fatescunt:
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: n, pat: SDSS
The lofty edifice tumbled when its fractured roof cracked:
CdV 1387. Nec glus lentescens murorum moenia pangit Nec glus lentescens murorum moenia pangit
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
neither did sticky cement bind the walls’ ramparts
CdV 1388. Nec durus scopulus calcis compage quadratur; Nec durus scopulus calcis compage quadratur;
DSDS

sa: 4\2, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: V, ha: Y
nor was hard stone squared off by a bond of lime;
CdV 1389. Sed simul exhausta ueterum uirtute deorum, Sed simul exhausta ueterum uirtute deorum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: f, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
but likewise once the power of the old gods had drained away
CdV 1390. Insuper augusti quassata mole sacelli, Insuper augusti quassata mole sacelli,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DDDS
and the massive structure of the splendid temple had also been shattered,
CdV 1391. Diruit in cinerem uindex censura Tonantis, Diruit in cinerem uindex censura Tonantis,
DSSS

sa: 3\3, ta: cV?, pa: V?, oa: cV?, ha: Y, pat: AaBVb
the vengeful condemnation of the Thunderer scattered it in ashes,
CdV 1392. Vt precibus martyr supplex cum uoce poposcit, Vt precibus martyr supplex cum uoce poposcit,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: t, pa: t, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
just as with his voice the suppliant martyr demanded in prayers,
CdV 1393. Quatenus altithronum, lauta qui regnat in arce, Quatenus altithronum, lauta qui regnat in arce,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: s, pa: V?s, ma: Y, gl: abab, pat: DSSD
in so far as through these enlightening signs the pagans might be able to believe
CdV 1394. Possent clarificis pagani credere signis. Possent clarificis pagani credere signis.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
in the high-throned God who reigns in the splendid citadel.
CdV 1395. Vnica tunc soboles praefecti credidit ultro, Vnica tunc soboles praefecti credidit ultro,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: t, pat: DDSS
Then the sole offspring of a prefect willingly believed
CdV 1396. Dum pia fructiferis pandit praecordia uerbis Dum pia fructiferis pandit praecordia uerbis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: r, pat: DSSS
when he laid his pious heart to the fruitful words,
CdV 1397. Martiris amplexus felix oracula puber. Martiris amplexus felix oracula puber.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SDSS
the blessed young man embracing the martyr’s pronouncements,
CdV 1398. Tunc simul in latebras truduntur carceris atras, Tunc simul in latebras truduntur carceris atras,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
Then at the same time they were shoved into the black darkness of prison, .
CdV 1399. Qua damnatorum putrescens forte cadauer Qua damnatorum putrescens forte cadauer
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
where the mighty rotting corpses of the condemned
CdV 1400. Turpiter introrsum bulliret uermibus atris; Turpiter introrsum bulliret uermibus atris;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: l, pat: DSSS
foully seethed inside with black worms;
CdV 1401. Sed tamen insontum complentur nectare nares Sed tamen insontum complentur nectare nares
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V, pa: Vp, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
yet nonetheless the nostrils of the innocent were filled with nectar,
CdV 1402. Olfactum ambrosiae spirantes forte supernum, Olfactum ambrosiae spirantes forte supernum,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: m, pat: SDSS
breathing instead the heavenly scent of ambrosia;
CdV 1403. Nec lucis radius linquens ergastula cessit, Nec lucis radius linquens ergastula cessit,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
nor did a ray of light cease, relinquishing the confines, ,
CdV 1404. Limpida sed tenebras arcebant lumina furuas: Limpida sed tenebras arcebant lumina furuas:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: vc, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
but bright light kept away the murky shadows:
CdV 1405. Sic Deus in sanctis alma uirtute triumphat. Sic Deus in sanctis alma uirtute triumphat.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DDSS
in this way does God triumph in his saints by blessed virtue.
CdV 1406. Tum custos cernens rerum miracula tanta Tum custos cernens rerum miracula tanta
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: m, pat: SDSS
Then a guard, seeing such great miraculous things,
CdV 1407. Credidit altithronum saluantem saecula regem; Credidit altithronum saluantem saecula regem;
SSSS

sa: 3\2, ca: c, oa: s, ma: c, ha: Y, pat: abvAB
believed in the high-throned king, as the one to save the world;
CdV 1408. Baptismum nanctus stipatur milite denso, Baptismum nanctus stipatur milite denso,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSDS
and, having received baptism, he was pressed in by a crowd of warriors
CdV 1409. Qui prius excubias seruabant carceris atri. Qui prius excubias seruabant carceris atri.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
who had previously kept watch over the dark prison.
CdV 1410. Imperat interea multatum morte cadauer Imperat interea multatum morte cadauer
DSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: s, pat: DSSS
Meanwhile [Julian] commanded a corpse, punished by death,
CdV 1411. Surgere de nigris anima redeunte latebris, Surgere de nigris anima redeunte latebris,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: sc, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
one that a bandage covering had previously wrapped tight,
CdV 1412. Quod prius obuoluens constrinxit fascia nexu: Quod prius obuoluens constrinxit fascia nexu:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: f, gl: aVbAB, pat: SDSS
to rise up from the black darkness of death, with its soul returning.
CdV 1413. Mortuus euigilat disrumpens tartara tetra. Mortuus euigilat disrumpens tartara tetra.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, gl: ABba, pat: DSDS
The dead man woke up, disturbing the dark infernal regions.
CdV 1414. Tunc precibus turmae uasto crepitante tumultu Tunc precibus turmae uasto crepitante tumultu
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: c, pat: DSSS
Then with the entreaties of the multitude, and with enormous noisy turmoil,
CdV 1415. Hortantur iuuenem uero depromere fatu, Hortantur iuuenem uero depromere fatu,
DDSS

sa: 2\3, pat: abvAB
they urged the young man to explain in truthful speech
CdV 1416. Qualiter exanimis furuae uestibula ualuae Qualiter exanimis furuae uestibula ualuae
SDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: c, gl: VAbBa, pat: DSSS
How, lifeless, he was able to broach the entrance of that dusky gate
CdV 1417. Infernique nigras posset penetrare latebras Infernique nigras posset penetrare latebras
DDSS

sa: 2\3, ca: s
and the dark recesses of the underworld
CdV 1418. Et rediuiuus item splendentem cernere solem; Et rediuiuus item splendentem cernere solem;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: fV, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: aVCbAB, pat: DDSS
and then revived could see the shining sun again.
CdV 1419. Edidit extemplo leti decreta resurgens Edidit extemplo leti decreta resurgens
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
Swiftly rising up again, he declared death’s decrees;
CdV 1420. Postumus angelica prodens suffragia turbis. Postumus angelica prodens suffragia turbis.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: n, ca: n, ta: n, pa: V?n, oa: V?n, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
reborn, he proclaimed angelic intercession to the crowd.
CdV 1421. En iterum sancti strofa stimulante draconis En iterum sancti strofa stimulante draconis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, pat: DSSS
Look: again, at the prompting of the dragon’s deceit,
CdV 1422. Martires in cupas merguntur fomite farsas, Martires in cupas merguntur fomite farsas,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: f, ca: f, pa: cf, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
the blessed martyrs were pushed into vats stuffed with kindling
CdV 1423. In quibus atra picis massa flagrauerat ardens; In quibus atra picis massa flagrauerat ardens;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 5\2, sa: c, pa: sf, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
in which a burning black mass of pitch blazed;
CdV 1424. Nec non sulphureas ructant incendia flammas Nec non sulphureas ructant incendia flammas
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: p, pat: SSSS
and indeed the conflagration belched forth sulphurous flames
CdV 1425. Et sarmentorum comburunt pabula pagi, Et sarmentorum comburunt pabula pagi,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 3\3, ca: m, pa: v, ma: Y, gl: aAbBV, pat: SSSD
and burnt up the district’s fuel of firewood
CdV 1426. Donec in aethereas flamma prorumperet oras; Donec in aethereas flamma prorumperet oras;
DSSS

sa: 4\2, ta: v, oa: cv, ha: Y
until the flames burst forth to the edge of the sky.
CdV 1427. Sed tamen insontes Christi suffragia uallant. Sed tamen insontes Christi suffragia uallant.
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V, pa: sV, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Yet however Christ’s assistance protected the innocent.
CdV 1428. Licia tunc digitos oleo madentia nectunt, Licia tunc digitos oleo madentia nectunt,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: n, oa: n, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Then cords soaked in oil bound their fingers
CdV 1429. Quae mox ignis edax flammis combussit acerbis; Quae mox ignis edax flammis combussit acerbis;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3f | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, gl: abABV, pat: DSDS
and straightaway a devouring fire burnt them up in fierce flames,
CdV 1430. Non tamen exussit sanctorum torre lacertos. Non tamen exussit sanctorum torre lacertos.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: t, pa: V?t, oa: V?, ma: Y, e: m, gl: aVbAB, pat: SSSS
and yet it did not consume the saints’ arms in the conflagration.
CdV 1431. En iterum gypsa spiris sinuata malignis En iterum gypsa spiris sinuata malignis
DDSS

sa: 4\2, ta: r, oa: f, ha: Y
Look: again, the serpent, wound around malignant coils,
CdV 1432. Caerula pestiferis extollit colla uenenis: Caerula pestiferis extollit colla uenenis:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SDSS
raised its dark neck with its pestilential poison.
CdV 1433. Martires ad theatrum truduntur reste ligati, Martires ad theatrum truduntur reste ligati,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, sa: f, ca: v, ta: v, pa: sv, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
The martyrs, bound by rope, were shoved into the arena
CdV 1434. Rictibus ut rodant sanctorum membra leones Rictibus ut rodant sanctorum membra leones
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: n, pat: DSDS
so that lions might gnaw the saints’ limbs with their jaws,
CdV 1435. Necnon mandibulas ursorum ferre cruenta Necnon mandibulas ursorum ferre cruenta
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: l, oa: l, ma: Y, gl: abAB, pat: SDSS
and also the torturers’ gory punishment would force
CdV 1436. Cogeret insontes tortorum poena lacertos. Cogeret insontes tortorum poena lacertos.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: p, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
innocent arms to endure the biting of bears.
CdV 1437. Sed secus euenit sanctis uictoria palmae: Sed secus euenit sanctis uictoria palmae:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: d, pat: DSSS
But the palm’s victory turned out differently for the saints:
CdV 1438. Bestia sanctorum labris uestigia linxit Bestia sanctorum labris uestigia linxit
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: r, gl: aAVbB, pat: DSSS
each beast, showing obedience, forgetting recent prey,
CdV 1439. Obsequium praebens praedas oblita recentes. Obsequium praebens praedas ollita recentes.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
licked with their lips the feet of the saints.
CdV 1440. Sic mutante Deo mitescunt corda ferarum, Sic mutante Deo mitescunt corda ferarum,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: AavBC, pat: DSDS
In this way, with God changing them, the wild beasts’ hearts became gentle,
CdV 1441. Quamuis stultorum torpescant corda uirorum, Quamuis stultorum torpescant corda uirorum,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
even though the hearts of foolish men grow numb,
CdV 1442. Vt quondam uates cola cum commate prompsit: Vt quondam uates cola cum commate prompsit:
DDSS

sa: 2\3, oa: v
as the poet once proclaimed in formulas and phrases:
CdV 1443. “Et didicere truces praedam seruare leones.” “Et didicere truces praedam seruare leones.”
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: fc, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
‘And savage lions learned to look after their prey.’
CdV 1444. Post haec martirii mercantur serta cruenta Post haec martirii mercantur serta cruenta
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SDDS
After this, the martyrs paid for their bloody crowns,
CdV 1445. Lucida stelligeri scandentes culmina caeli; Lucida stelligeri scandentes culmina caeli;
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, pat: SSSS
ascending to the bright heights of starry heaven.
CdV 1446. Ad quorum tumbas gelidae post funera mortis Ad quorum tumbas gelidae post funera mortis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, pa: Vv, ma: Y, gl: aVbAB, pat: DDSS
To their tombs, after the obsequies of chilly death
CdV 1447. Corpore calloso deni uenere leprosi, Corpore calloso deni uenere leprosi,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, pa: v, ma: Y, e: m, pat: DSSS
there came ten lepers with calloused bodies,
CdV 1448. Qui simul in sacro baptismi gurgite mersi Qui simul in sacro baptismi gurgite mersi
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, ta: c, pa: cf, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and they, having been dipped in the sacred stream of baptism,
CdV 1449. Spiritus et carnis sumpserunt corde medelam. Spiritus et carnis sumpserunt corde medelam.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
at once received in their hearts a balm for the spirit and flesh.
CdV 1450. Antiquo fuerat famosus tempore quidam Antiquo fuerat famosus tempore quidam
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: V?, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSD
In ancient times there was a certain famed servant
CdV 1451. Legitime Christo famulans uernaculus alto, Legitime Christo famulans uernaculus alto,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
attending on exalted Christ according to custom;
CdV 1452. Quem genuit mundo clarum Nilotica tellus Quem genuit mundo clarum Nilotica tellus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
and the well-known land of the Nile brought him forth in the world
CdV 1453. Sacra pudicorum quaerentem lucra uirorum; Sacra pudicorum quaerentem lucra uirorum;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: g, pa: g, ma: Y, gl: AaVBb, pat: DSSS
seeking the saintly rewards of chaste men.
CdV 1454. Quem uocat Aegiptus crebris rumoribus Amos. Quem uocat Aegiptus crebris rumoribus Amos.
DSSS

sa: 3\3, ta: r
It was him that Egypt called AMOS according to many reports.
CdV 1455. Plurima hic gessit uirtutum signa sacerdos; Plurima hic gessit uirtutum signa sacerdos;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: sfv, ta: f, pa: fVv, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
This priest performed very many signs of virtue,
CdV 1456. Qui fuit in Nitriae frondosis accola dumis Qui fuit in Nitriae frondosis accola dumis
DSSS

sa: 3\3, ta: d, oa: d, ha: Y
and he was a native of Nitria with its burgeoning brambles,
CdV 1457. Squalida deserti procurans iugera ruris. Squalida deserti procurans iugera ruris.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
attending to the barren tracts of that waste land.
CdV 1458. Hic locus ex nitro sortitur Nitria nomen: Hic locus ex nitro sortitur Nitria nomen:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, gl: abAB, pat: SDSS
This place took the name Nitria from natron:
CdV 1459. Creditur interdum, quod nomen saecula gignunt Creditur interdum, quod nomen saecula gignunt
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: pv, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
sometimes it is supposed that the world produces names
CdV 1460. Causa fortunae, si his confidere fas est. Causa fortunae, si his coffidere fas est.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: v, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
because of chance, if it is proper to have faith in such things,
CdV 1461. Si fors aut fatum seu constellatio quicquam est. Si fors aut fatum seu constellatio quicquam est.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: SDSS
if there is such a thing as chance or fate or the alignment of stars,
CdV 1462. Si Parcae nulli parcentes fila gubernant Si Parcae nulli parcentes fila gubernant
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: v, ca: V?, ta: V?v, pa: V?vf, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
if the Parcae sparing no one govern the threads
CdV 1463. Mortalis uitae fusoque rotante minantur, Mortalis uitae fusoque rotante minantur,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, pat: DDSS
and threaten mortal lives with the spin of a spindle
CdV 1464. Quod uehit in collo tereti uertigine molam; Quod uehit in collo tereti uertigine molam;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, pat: DSSS
which conveys the millstone in its smooth turning;
CdV 1465. Sed magis arbitror, quod sic errata reorum Sed magis arbitror, quod sic errata reorum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DDDS
but rather I reckon that Nitria purged the errors of the guilty,
CdV 1466. Nitria purgauit, sicut corpuscula nitro Nitria purgauit, sicut corpuscula nitro
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 5\2, sa: v, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: AaVBb, pat: DSDS
just as bodies are fully purged of bad stains
CdV 1467. Sordibus expurgata malis et lota nitescunt. Sordibus expurgata malis et lota nitescunt.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
by natron and having been cleansed they sparkle.
CdV 1468. Hic quodam offendit turgentem tempore Nilum, Hic quodam offendit turgentem tempore Nilum,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
At a certain time [Amos] came upon the swelling Nile,
CdV 1469. Qui fecunda rigat flustris Memphitica regna; Qui fecunda rigat flustris Memphitica regna;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: vAbBa, pat: SSSS
which irrigates with its streams the fertile Egyptian realm.
CdV 1470. Nam transire uolens obtata lintre carebat. Nam transire uolens obtata lintre carebat.
DDSD

sa: 3\2
Indeed wishing to cross over, he lacked the boat he wanted.
CdV 1471. Sed spoliare uetat carnem uerecundia frontis, Sed spoliare uetat carnem uerecundia frontis,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
A shame at his appearance stopped him from stripping off,
CdV 1472. Corpore ne nudo temeraret iura pudoris. Corpore ne nudo temeraret iura pudoris.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
lest he outrage the rules of modesty with his naked flesh.
CdV 1473. Tum dicto citius spumantes litore limphas, Tum dicto citius spumantes litore limphas,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
Then, quicker than speech, like a swift bird he was carried with heavenly aid
CdV 1474. Pinniger ut praepes, transfertur caelitus ultra, Pinniger ut praepes, transfertur caelitus ultra,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
across the foaming waters by the shore to the far side,
CdV 1475. Discifer ut dudum momenti tempore uates Discifer ut dudum momenti tempore uates
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, pa: v, oa: p, ma: Y, gl: AabBC, pat: DSSS
just as long ago in a moment of time a dish-bearing prophet traversed the Chaldean realm
CdV 1476. Angelico raptu lustrabat Chaldea regna, Angelico raptu lustrabat Chaldea regna,
SDSS

sa: 4\3
in an angel’s grasp of so that morsels of wheat
CdV 1477. Vt uernam domini nutrirent crustula farris. Vt uernam domini nutrirent crustula farris.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
might nourish the Lord’s servant of the.
CdV 1478. Ecce puer quidam laceratus dente molosi Ecce puer quidam laceratus dente molosi
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Look: a certain boy who torn by a mastiff’s teeth
CdV 1479. Atque uenenato perpessus uulnera rictu Atque uenenato perpessus uulnera rictu
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
and having suffered wounds from the poisoned maw,
CdV 1480. Vertitur in rabiem fraudatus mente sagaci; Vertitur in rabiem fraudatus mente sagaci;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: p, pat: SDSS
he contracted rabies, and his rational mind was stolen from him.
CdV 1481. Ferrea quem strictis nectebant uincla catenis, Ferrea quem strictis nectebant uincla catenis,
SDDS

sa: 2\3, ta: d, pat: VabAB
Iron bonds bound him in tight chains
CdV 1482. Bacchatur quoniam uagabundis passibus amens. Bacchatur quoniam uagabundis passibus amens.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
since he raved out of his mind with wandering steps.
CdV 1483. Idcirco prolis luxerunt fata parentes Idcirco prolis luxerunt fata parentes
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: V, pat: SSSS
In this way, the boy’s parents bemoaned his fate,
CdV 1484. Et ueneranda petunt flentes oracula sancti, Et ueneranda petunt flentes oracula sancti,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and in tears, they sought the saint’s venerable pronouncement,
CdV 1485. Vt miseri cladem et uulnus sanaret acerbum. Vt miseri cladem et uulnus sanaret acerbum.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
that he might heal the poor man’s misfortune and bitter wound.
CdV 1486. Quem consulta ferunt tali cum uoce dedisse: Quem consulta ferunt tali cum uoce dedisse:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: tf, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and they say that he gave them advice with the following words:
CdV 1487. “Reddite nunc uiduae sublatum fraude iuuencum, “Reddite nunc uiduae sublatum fraude iuuencum,
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
‘Return to the widow now the bullock that was taken by trickery,
CdV 1488. Et sospes soboles uobis comitatur amanda!” Et sospes soboles uobis comitatur amanda!”
SSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: Vp, oa: p, ma: Vp, ha: Y
and your beloved son will accompany you in full health.’
CdV 1489. Olli mirantur, quod nosset clancula furta, Olli mirantur, quod nosset clancula furta,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDDD
They were amazed at him because he knew their furtive theft,
CdV 1490. Quae prius abstrusis credebant gesta latebris. Quae prius abstrusis credebant gesta latebris.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
which previously they thought had been done in concealed secrecy.
CdV 1491. Dum genitor gaudens gratatur sospite nato, Dum genitor gaudens gratatur sospite nato,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: t, ca: t, ta: t, pa: t, oa: t, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
The father, rejoicing, was made glad that his son was in full health,
CdV 1492. Actutum scaeuis reddunt direpta rapinis; Actutum scaeuis reddunt direpta rapinis;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V, pa: Vd, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
as soon as they returned what had been stolen in this wicked theft.
CdV 1493. Sic fors euenit, uerax ut uoce spopondit. Sic fors euenit, uerax ut uoce spopondit.
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, gl: aBVAC, pat: DSSS
In this way, fate turned out as the truthful man promised with his words.
CdV 1494. Tempore mox alio dolium deferre poposcit; Tempore mox alio dolium deferre poposcit;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
Soon at another time he demanded that a cask be fetched
CdV 1495. Quod duo uouerunt, alter sed uota fefellit. Quod duo uouerunt, alter sed uota fefellit.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pat: DDSS
which two men promised to do; but one of the men broke his promise.
CdV 1496. Idcirco gelida constrictum morte camellum Idcirco gelida constrictum morte camellum
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
For that reason destroyed the humped camel,
CdV 1497. Perdebat gippum, quo uascula ferre pepercit; Perdebat gippum, quo uascula ferre pepercit;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: p, pat: SDSS
constrained by cold death, on which the man had failed to carry the vessel.
CdV 1498. Sospite perfruitur sed uerax alter asello, Sospite perfruitur sed uerax alter asello,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
But the other kind and truthful man who fulfilled his promise to the old man,
CdV 1499. Qui promissa seni compleuit uota benignus. Qui promissa seni compleuit uota benignus.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: c, gl: aAbVB, pat: SDSS
had the use of his young donkey in full health.
CdV 1500. Hunc uidit ferri felix Antonius olim, Hunc uidit ferri felix Antonius olim,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, pa: s, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: AaVbB, pat: DDSS
After the excellent warrior had abandoned the flesh’s fetters,
CdV 1501. Linqueret egregius cum carnis uincula miles, Linqueret egregius cum carnis uincula miles,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?c, ta: V?, pa: Vc, oa: V, ma: Y, e: ?, pat: SDSS
Blessed Anthony once saw him being borne,
CdV 1502. Angelicis turmis ad caeli sidera uectum Angelicis turmis ad caeli sidera uectum
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SDSS
carried by a crowd of angels to the stars in the sky,
CdV 1503. Pulchraque perpetuae penetrantem limina uitae. Pulchraque perpetuae penetrantem limina uitae.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, ta: Vf, pa: Vf, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and crossing the beautiful threshold of perpetual life.
CdV 1504. Tempore iam prisco fuit Apollonius almus: Tempore iam prisco fuit Apollonius almus:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, gl: ABaVb, pat: SSSS
Then in ancient times there was holy APOLLONIUS:
CdV 1505. Edidit hunc signis clarum Nilotica tellus. Edidit hunc signis clarum Nilotica tellus.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
to whom, famous for his miracles, the land of the Nile gave birth
CdV 1506. Hic erat in quadrum uulgatus laudibus orbem Hic erat in quadrum uulgatus laudibus orbem
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, pa: c, pat: SSSS
He was celebrated in praise throughout the four-cornered world,
CdV 1507. Praebens exemplum quingentis fratribus aequum Praebens exemplum quingentis fratribus aequum
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, pat: SDSS
providing a just model to five hundred brothers.
CdV 1508. Et pubertatis desertum tempore quaerit; Et pubertatis desertum tempore quaerit;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
At the time of his adolescence he sought out the desert,
CdV 1509. Nam ter quinquennis mortalis aufugit ultro. Nam ter quinquennis mortalis aufugit ultro.
SDSS

sa: 3\3
for at fifteen years of age he fled from mortals of his own accord.
CdV 1510. Hic octena simul conuersans lustra peregit Hic octena simul conuersans lustra peregit
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: V?c, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: aVbBA, pat: DSSS
Likewise he spent eight five-year period living like this,
CdV 1511. Centies exorans nocturnis ferme latebris Centies exorans nocturnis ferme latebris
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: cs, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: AaVBbV, pat: DDSS
praying nearly a hundred times in the darkness of night,
CdV 1512. Et totidem uicibus sic gessit forte diurnis, Et totidem uicibus sic gessit forte diurnis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, pat: DSSS
and he did so in turn around the same number times by day
CdV 1513. Vt genibus flexis et curuo poplite patrem Vt genibus flexis et curuo poplite patrem
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
so that, bowing to the ground on bended knees, face down
CdV 1514. Cernuus oraret fretus pietate Tonantis; Cernuus oraret fretus pietate Tonantis;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: cs, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
he might entreat the father, relying on the compassion of the Thunderer.
CdV 1515. Stuppea cui fuerant pepli uelamina texti, Stuppea cui fuerant pepli uelamina texti,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, pat: DSSS
His robes were woven from flaxen coverings
CdV 1516. Donec degebat, numquam passura senectam; Donec degebat, numquam passura senectam;
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, pa: V?s, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: AabvB, pat: DSDS
and they would never suffer old age while he lived.
CdV 1517. Claruit idcirco celebri rumore coruscans. Claruit idcirco celebri rumore coruscans.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: m, e: m, pat: SSSS
For that reason he stood out, shining with celebrated fame.
CdV 1518. Nam pagana procul uulgi cultura manebat, Nam pagana procul uulgi cultura manebat,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: cVp, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
But far off, a pagan cult of common people persisted,
CdV 1519. Qua stetit antiquo dilubrum more dicatum; Qua stetit antiquo dilubrum more dicatum;
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
where there stood a temple dedicated in the ancient way, ;
CdV 1520. Inde sacerdotes crebro simulacra ferentes Inde sacerdotes crebro simulacra ferentes
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: m, oa: m, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
from there priests, frequently carrying idols
CdV 1521. Bacchantum ritu longis anfractibus errant. Bacchantum ritu longis anfractibus errant.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
wandered in long circuits, following the rites of the Bacchantes.
CdV 1522. Taliter ut uidit dementes forte cohortes Taliter ut uidit dementes forte cohortes
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
When by chance he saw that the demented multitudes
CdV 1523. Fanorum statuam per girum ferre nefandam, Fanorum statuam per girum ferre nefandam,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
were carrying a wicked statue from the temple in their wanderings,
CdV 1524. Tum fixis genibus pulsabat uoce Tonantem Tum fixis genibus pulsabat uoce Tonantem
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: n, pat: SDSD
then with kneeling knees he entreated the Thunderer with his voice,
CdV 1525. Et mox stare facit bacchantes agmine turmas, Et mox stare facit bacchantes agmine turmas,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and straightaway he caused the bacchanalian crowds to stand in a column,
CdV 1526. Funditus ut nullus cum plantis pergeret usquam; Funditus ut nullus cum plantis pergeret usquam;
SDDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: st, pa: tp, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
so that none of them at all could proceed anywhere on their feet,
CdV 1527. Sed cuncti pariter uelut aenea signa rigebant Sed cuncti pariter uelut aenea signa rigebant
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: r, pa: r, ma: Y, gl: AbVBa, pat: DDSS
but all the same they stood stiff as bronze statues
CdV 1528. Torrida flagrantis perpessi lumina solis, Torrida flagrantis perpessi lumina solis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSS
suffering the burning beams of the blazing sun,
CdV 1529. Dum plus aestiuo torrebat tempore Titan. Dum plus aestiuo torrebat tempore Titan.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: s, ca: s, ta: sf, pa: sfv, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
as Titan burned them more than in the summer season.
CdV 1530. Interea, damnum dum norunt unde fuisset, Interea, damnum dum norunt unde fuisset,
DSSS

sa: 3\3, oa: t, pat: AabCB
Meanwhile, they recognized where their pain came from,
CdV 1531. Credula doctrinae spondent praecordia uerbis Credula doctrinae spondent praecordia uerbis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, pa: r, pat: SDSD
they pledged their hearts as believing in the words of teaching,
CdV 1532. Mistica caelestis sumentes dona lauacri, Mistica caelestis sumentes dona lauacri,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: CabAB, pat: DSSS
accepting the mystical gifts of heavenly baptism,
CdV 1533. Aemula si precibus disrumpat uincla sacerdos, Aemula si precibus disrumpat uincla sacerdos,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: V, pat: DSSD
if the priest with his prayers would shatter the enemy chains,
CdV 1534. Passibus ut properis trames per rura patescat Passibus ut properis trames per rura patescat
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
so that a way through the fields would lie open to their swift steps
CdV 1535. Et possent solito pergentes calle meare. Et possent solito pergentes calle meare.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSS
and passing on their accustomed path they would be able to make a journey.
CdV 1536. Ille moras rupit fundens oramina sursum, Ille moras rupit fundens oramina sursum,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: SSSS
He put a stop to delay by pouring prayers out upwards,
CdV 1537. Dum crebris uicibus celsum pulsabat Olimpum. Dum crebris uicibus celsum pulsabat Olimpum.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: l, gl: aBVAb, pat: DSSD
as he entreated lofty Olympus in swift succession.
CdV 1538. Sic sator arcitenens dissoluit competa clausa Sic sator arcitenens dissoluit competa clausa
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: l, oa: l, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
In this way the creator controlling heaven unlocked the tight bonds
CdV 1539. In tantum, ut cuneus uotorum compos abiret In tantum, ut cuneus uotorum compos abiret
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
to such an extent that the crowd, having got their wish, would leave
CdV 1540. Purgatus maculis baptismi gurgite sacro, Purgatus maculis baptismi gurgite sacro,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSS
purged of their sins by the holy stream of baptism,
CdV 1541. Idola fracta frians et mox in frusta resoluens. Idola fracta frians et mox in frusta resoluens.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: c, pat: DSDD
shattering the broken idols and likewise smashing them into fragments.
CdV 1542. Lis quondam pacem crudescens rupit honestam Lis quondam pacem crudescens rupit honestam
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
A terrifying quarrel once disturbed the decent peace
CdV 1543. Inter credentes, qui Christum corde fatentur, Inter credentes, qui Christum corde fatentur,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
between those believers who profess Christ in their hearts
CdV 1544. Et diffidentes, qui Christum fraude refutant; Et diffidentes, qui Christum fraude refutant;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and those disbelievers who refuse to accept Christ in their deceit:
CdV 1545. Nam Bellona ferox infecit corda uenenis, Nam Bellona ferox infecit corda uenenis,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
for ferocious Bellona infected their hearts with venom
CdV 1546. Arma cruenta ferens turbauit foedera pacis. Arma cruenta ferens turbauit foedera pacis.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: g, ta: g, pa: g, oa: g, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and, bearing bloody weapons, she disturbed the bonds of peace.
CdV 1547. Procedunt acies densa stipante caterua; Procedunt acies densa stipante caterua;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: t, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
The battle-lines pressed on with dense crowds massing;
CdV 1548. Horridus exultat crudo certamine Mauors: Horridus exultat crudo certamine Mauors:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pat: DSSS
terrifying Mars exulted in the bloody conflict:
CdV 1549. Cornua rauca sonant et salpix classica clangit, Cornua rauca sonant et salpix classica clangit,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
the harsh horns resounded, and the battle-trumpet blared,
CdV 1550. Dum stimulant Martem bombosa uoce falanges. Dum stimulant Martem bombosa uoce falanges.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
while phalanxes stirred up war with resonating voices.
CdV 1551. Tum celer aduenit praefatus forte sacerdos, Tum celer aduenit praefatus forte sacerdos,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: SDSD
Then by chance the aforementioned priest approached,
CdV 1552. Qui pacare studens belli certamina saeua Qui pacare studens belli certamina saeua
DSSS

sa: 4\3, ta: V?, oa: V?, ha: Y
striving to settle the savage conflicts of war,
CdV 1553. Nititur accensam fraudis restinguere flammam Nititur accensam fraudis restinguere flammam
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
endeavoured to extinguish the flame of deceit that had been kindled
CdV 1554. Et necis horrendae stolidum sedare tumultum. Et necis horrendae stolidum sedare tumultum.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: l, pa: Vl, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
and to soothe the stupid tumult of terrible slaughter.
CdV 1555. Sed quidam incentor bacchatur mente maligna, Sed quidam incentor bacchatur mente maligna,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
But a certain rabble-rouser raged with wicked intent;
CdV 1556. Qui caput et princeps ac pugnae signifer atrox Qui caput et princeps ac pugnae signifer atrox
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V?g, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and he was the savage chief, leader and standard-bearer of battle,
CdV 1557. Extiterat dicens se numquam pignera pacis Extiterat dicens se numquam pignera pacis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSSS
saying that he would never prefer a pledge of peace
CdV 1558. Malle, tetram donec perpetret funere mortem. Malle, tetram donec perpetret funere mortem.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DDSS
until he should bring about dark death in demise.
CdV 1559. Tunc ait audacter depromens fata futura: Tunc ait audacter depromens fata futura:
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: V, ha: Y
Then [Apollonius] spoke, boldly declaring future fates:
CdV 1560. “Sic tibi contingat leti fortuna cruenta, “Sic tibi contingat leti fortuna cruenta,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
‘So may death’s bloody fortune befall you,
CdV 1561. Ceu uerbis optas crudeli calce casurus! Ceu uerbis optas crudeli calce casurus!
SDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: mc, pa: m, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
just as you wish with your words, about to come to a cruel end!
CdV 1562. Solus nempe necem cernes moribundus acerbam, Solus nempe necem cernes moribundus acerbam,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Doubtless you alone, about to die, will perceive an unpleasant death,
CdV 1563. Sospite cum reliqui uita funguntur ouantes. Sospite cum reliqui uita funguntur ouantes.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
while the rest, rejoicing, complete an unimpeded life.
CdV 1564. Sed tibi post funus non praebet terra sepulcrum, Sed tibi post funus non praebet terra sepulcrum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V?, pa: V?g, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
But after death the earth will not give you a grave,
CdV 1565. Bestia sed rabidis discerpet rictibus atrox Bestia sed rabidis discerpet rictibus atrox
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: Vc, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
but the savage beast will tear you to pieces you with frenzied jaws
CdV 1566. Et uolucrum pariter truncatum rostra lacessant!” Et uolucrum pariter truncatum rostra lacessant!”
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and the beaks of birds will likewise tear your mutilated corpse!
CdV 1567. Sic fuit, ut uerax fatur sermone sacerdos: Sic fuit, ut uerax fatur sermone sacerdos:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
So it was just as the truthful priest said in his speech:
CdV 1568. Funere transacto tectum sablone cadauer; Funere transacto tectum sablone cadauer;
SDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, pa: c, gl: AabBV, pat: DDSD
after death had occurred, the carcass was covered with sand;
CdV 1569. Rursus mane uident rumpente crepuscula luce Rursus mane uident rumpente crepuscula luce
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, gl: AbaVB, pat: DDSS
when morning light again burst through the twilight
CdV 1570. Beluis effossum funesto corpus ab antro Beluis effossum funesto corpus ab antro
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: c, pat: DSSS
they saw that the body had been dug out by beasts from its burial pit
CdV 1571. Et uolucrum rictus artus lacerasse nefandos. Et uolucrum rictus artus lacerasse nefandos.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSSS
and that birds’ beaks had pecked apart the wicked limbs.
CdV 1572. Tum passim populi credebant esse prophetam, Tum passim populi credebant esse prophetam,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: p, pat: DDDD
Then people everywhere believed that [Apollonius] was a prophet,
CdV 1573. Dum celer effectus rerum spectacula pandit: Dum celer effectus rerum spectacula pandit:
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: t, pat: SSSS
since the quick outcome of things was made manifest.
CdV 1574. Omnes certatim, qui fanis tura litabant, Omnes certatim, qui fanis tura litabant,
DSSD

sa: 5\2, ta: V, oa: p, ma: V, ha: Y
All those who had offered incense at shrines eagerly abandoned
CdV 1575. Lurida culturae linquunt simulacra uetustae Lurida culturae linquunt simulacra uetustae
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: b, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
the ghastly idols of the ancient cult
CdV 1576. Limpida mundantis sectantes dona lauacri. Limpida mundantis sectantes dona lauacri.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: vnf, ta: v, pa: vf, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and strove for the clear gifts of cleansing baptism.
CdV 1577. Hic pater illustris celebrans solemnia paschae Hic pater illustris celebrans solemnia paschae
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: c
This famous father, when celebrating the Easter feast,
CdV 1578. Vndique deserti turmas asciscere iussit Vndique deserti turmas asciscere iussit
DSDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
commanded crowds to be assembled in the desert everywhere
CdV 1579. Atque cateruatim cuneum glomerare fidelem. Atque cateruatim cuneum glomerare fidelem.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SSDD
and for a company of the faithful to come together in bands.
CdV 1580. Post haec, exactis missae concentibus omnes Post haec, exactis missae concentibus omnes
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: l, pat: DSSS
After this, once the chanting of the mass was complete,
CdV 1581. Fercula dum solitae peterent paupercula mensae, Fercula dum solitae peterent paupercula mensae,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and they all sought the lowly dishes of their customary table,
CdV 1582. Vescuntur pariter sicco nutrimine farris Vescuntur pariter sicco nutrimine farris
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
they were fed equally with the dry nourishment of wheat
CdV 1583. Necnon fasciculis, quos hortus tempore uerno Necnon fasciculis, quos hortus tempore uerno
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and the coarse grain, that in springtime
CdV 1584. Germinat ex gremio, cum glescit gramine tellus. Germinat ex gremio, cum glescit gramine tellus.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, pa: Vp, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the garden produces from its bosom as the ground grows with grass.
CdV 1585. Tum pius alloquitur tali cum uoce cateruas: Tum pius alloquitur tali cum uoce cateruas:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, pa: cfV, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Then the pious one spoke to the companies with this speech:
CdV 1586. “Credula si uere gestamus pectora, fratres, “Credula si uere gestamus pectora, fratres,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: Vv, pa: V, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
‘Brothers, if we truly have hearts that believe,
CdV 1587. Nunc precibus dominum, caeli qui regnat in arce Nunc precibus dominum, caeli qui regnat in arce
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: V?p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
let us now entreat with prayers the Lord who rules in the citadel of the sky
CdV 1588. Et regit imperium, mundi dum sceptra gubernat, Et regit imperium, mundi dum sceptra gubernat,
SDSD

fs: 3\2, sa: b, oa: b, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
and holds power, since he governs the kingdoms of the world,
CdV 1589. Pulsemus pariter solamina digna petentes, Pulsemus pariter solamina digna petentes,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and ask for suitable solace
CdV 1590. Quatenus impendat iudex alimenta misellis; Quatenus impendat iudex alimenta misellis;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
in so far as the judge may deliver nourishment to poor wretches;
CdV 1591. Nempe die festo laxantur frena rigoris!” Nempe die festo laxantur frena rigoris!”
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
indeed, on this feast day the reins of severity are relaxed!’
CdV 1592. Ecce dapes lautas et munera larga ciborum Ecce dapes lautas et munera larga ciborum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: r, pat: DSSS
Look; they saw before the entrance of a cave fabulous feasts
CdV 1593. Ante fores antri cernunt - mirabile fatu. Ante fores antri cernunt - mirabile fatu.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pa: V?s, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and generous gifts of food, amazing to say.
CdV 1594. Haec gestant geruli, quos umquam nemo uidebat, Haec gestant geruli, quos umquam nemo uidebat,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pat: SSSS
Go-betweens, whom no one had ever seen, produced these things
CdV 1595. Quamuis Aegipti lustrasset passibus arua. Quamuis Aegipti lustrasset passibus arua.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
even though he had passed through the fields of Egypt on foot.
CdV 1596. Punica mela uident granis citrisque referta, Punica mela uident granis citrisque referta,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
They saw pomegranates stuffed with seeds and pips,
CdV 1597. Botros et ficos et plures ordine tortas; Botros et ficos et plures ordine tortas;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, ma: Y, gl: vabBA, pat: DDSD
grapes and figs and a large number of loaves laid out.
CdV 1598. Cernitur hic etiam palmeti dactilus alti Cernitur hic etiam palmeti dactilus alti
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Here too the date of the towering palm-tree was seen,
CdV 1599. Et mel lentescens cerarum machina clausum Et mel lentescens cerarum machina clausum
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: V, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and the sticky honey held fast in the arrangement of wax,
CdV 1600. Atque faui croceum destillans flumine nectar Atque faui croceum destillans flumine nectar
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: cs, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and golden nectar oozing from the honeycomb’s flow,
CdV 1601. Et simul ubertim candescens lacte colostrum. Et simul ubertim candescens lacte colostrum.
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and likewise the abundant beestings bright-white with white.
CdV 1602. His gestis geruli properant abscedere rursus, His gestis geruli properant abscedere rursus,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: p, pat: DSSS
When this thing had been produced, the go-betweens were quick to go away again,
CdV 1603. Ast olli Christo coeperunt reddere grates, Ast olli Christo coeperunt reddere grates,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SDDS
but those left behind began to give thanks to Christ,
CdV 1604. Fercula qui dapibus largus compleuit opimis. Fercula qui dapibus largus compleuit opimis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
who generously filled their dishes with fabulous feasts.
CdV 1605. Vsque diem penti, quem dicunt nomine, costen Vsque diem penti, quem dicunt nomine, costen
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Until the day of Pentecost, by which name they call it,
CdV 1606. Sic Deus omnipotens, qui cuncta latentia noscit, Sic Deus omnipotens, qui cuncta latentia noscit,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4f, fs: 3\3, pat: SDSD
so Almighty God who knows all hidden things,
CdV 1607. Diliciis proprios tantis pascebat alumnos. Diliciis proprios tantis pascebat alumnos.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
fed his own foster-children with such delights.
CdV 1608. Iam famis Aegipti multauit clade cohortes: Iam famis Aegipti multauit clade cohortes:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: AaBVb, pat: DSSD
Then famine afflicted the multitudes of Egypt with disaster.
CdV 1609. Ecce cateruatim densis uenere maniplis, Ecce cateruatim densis uenere maniplis,
DDDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
Look: they came in bands, and in dense throngs,
CdV 1610. Vt pariter miseri peterent alimenta ciborum. Vt pariter miseri peterent alimenta ciborum.
SSSS

sa: 2\3, ta: m, oa: V, ma: V, ha: Y
so that the wretches might equally seek the nourishment of food.
CdV 1611. Tum tres expendit sportas cum pane refertas, Tum tres expendit sportas cum pane refertas,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: c, pat: DSSS
Then he measured out three baskets filled with bread
CdV 1612. Quas prius exorans palma benedixerat alma; Quas prius exorans palma benedixerat alma;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: c, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
which in prayer he previously blessed with his holy hand.
CdV 1613. Bis binis exin nutriuit mensibus omnes, Bis binis exin nutriuit mensibus omnes,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: d, ta: V, pa: Vd, oa: V, ma: Y, e: s, pat: SSSS
From that he fed all of them for four months,
CdV 1614. Vt numquam penitus farris fragmenta negaret Vt numquam penitus farris fragmenta negaret
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
so that he never refused fragments of grain in any way,
CdV 1615. Nec tamen exhaustis cessaret sportula crustis; Nec tamen exhaustis cessaret sportula crustis;
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: abBA, pat: SSSS
nor yet did a small basket run out, with crusts exhausted.
CdV 1616. Sic quoque naturam pinguis cumulauit oliui, Sic quoque naturam pinguis cumulauit oliui,
SSDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
So too he increased the essence of the oily olive,
CdV 1617. Vt quondam Helias legitur cumulasse propheta Vt quondam Helias legitur cumulasse propheta
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: c, pat: DSDS
as it was read that the prophet Elijah once increased it,
CdV 1618. Lenticulae crassum fecundans ore liquorem. Lenticulae crassum fecundans ore liquorem.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
causing the fatty liquid to be fruitful in its vessel by his words.
CdV 1619. Ecce sacerdotis pandam praeconia lauti, Ecce sacerdotis pandam praeconia lauti,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: f, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
Behold: I shall set out praise of a splendid priest
CdV 1620. Mentio dum sancti pulsat penetralia cordis, Mentio dum sancti pulsat penetralia cordis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
while the mention of that saintly man touches the depths of my heart;
CdV 1621. Cuius quadratum crebrescit fama per orbem Cuius quadratum crebrescit fama per orbem
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and his fame grows great throughout the four-cornered earth
CdV 1622. Atque per extremas fulget prudentia metas. Atque per extremas fulget prudentia metas.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSSS
and his prudence shines throughout its farthest edges.
CdV 1623. Qui fuit interpres et custos uirgo pudoris, Qui fuit interpres et custos uirgo pudoris,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: cV?, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
He was a virgin, a spokesman and preserver of chastity,
CdV 1624. Ebrea Romanis uertens oracula uerbis. Ebrea Romanis uertens oracula uerbis.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DDDS
translating the Hebrew prophecies into Latin words,
CdV 1625. Nam rudis et priscae legis patefecit abyssum Nam rudis et priscae legis patefecit abyssum
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
as he revealed the profundity of the Law, New and Old,
CdV 1626. Septuaginta duos recludens bargina biblos, Septuaginta duos recludens bargina biblos,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: aBvAb, pat: DSSS
unlocking the two books of the foreign Septuagint,
CdV 1627. Quos nunc sacratis describit littera cartis. Quos nunc sacratis describit littera cartis.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: d, pat: DSSS
which his writing now sets out in sanctified sheets.
CdV 1628. Insuper elicuit tractatus iure stupendos Insuper elicuit tractatus iure stupendos
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: vc, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
In addition, he produced properly amazing treatises;
CdV 1629. Atque prophetarum commentis clancula certis Atque prophetarum commentis clancula certis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: V?c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
he uncovered the secrets of the prophets
CdV 1630. Dicta retexebat pandens misteria rerum. Dicta retexebat pandens misteria rerum.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: Vg, pa: gp, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
with sound commentary, by making plain the mysteries of things.
CdV 1631. Inclitus hic constat scedis per saecla magister, Inclitus hic constat scedis per saecla magister,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pa: vc, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
This famous teacher persists throughout the ages through his ,
CdV 1632. Quae nunc per mundum scribuntur rite quadratum, Quae nunc per mundum scribuntur rite quadratum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: AbVBa, pat: DSSS
which are now properly copied throughout the four-cornered world.
CdV 1633. Scilicet illustris lectorum turma per orbem, Scilicet illustris lectorum turma per orbem,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: n, gl: aVbAB, pat: DSSS
Indeed, there is a splendid crowd of readers all over the earth.
CdV 1634. Eusebio genitore satus, ceu prodidit idem Eusebio genitore satus, ceu prodidit idem
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: p, pat: SDSS
He came from his father Eusebius, as he revealed himself
CdV 1635. Enumerans ueterum uulgata uolumina patrum, Enumerans ueterum uulgata uolumina patrum,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSDS
while tallying up the texts of the ancient fathers,
CdV 1636. Ex quo saluator nostrae cunabula carnis Ex quo saluator nostrae cunabula carnis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DDSS
that were produced from the time when the Saviour assumed
CdV 1637. Sumpserat in terris emundans crimina saecli, Sumpserat in terris emundans crimina saecli,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: cm, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
the cradle of our flesh on earth and cleansed the sins of the world,
CdV 1638. Quando crucis gabulum sacrato corpore scandit Quando crucis gabulum sacrato corpore scandit
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: g, pa: c, oa: g, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
when he mounted the gallows-cross with his sacred body
CdV 1639. Et genus humanum pollutum fraude maligni Et genus humanum pollutum fraude maligni
DSSS

sa: 4\2, ta: pf, oa: p, ha: Y
and, after suffering wounds, he purged with his red blood
CdV 1640. Vulnera perpessus purgarat sanguine rubro. Vulnera perpessus purgarat sanguine rubro.
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vc, pa: c, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: AabAB, pat: DDSS
the human race defiled by the deceit of the wicked one.
CdV 1641. Quis tanto studio geminarum famina legum Quis tanto studio geminarum famina legum
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: m, pa: p, oa: m, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Whoever strove at any time to scrutinize the language
CdV 1642. Aut tam solerter rimari nititur umquam, Aut tam solerter rimari nititur umquam,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: cV, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: AVbBa, pat: SDSS
of the twin laws with so much zeal or so assiduously
CdV 1643. Ceu meditatus erat sacros dedasculus idem, Ceu meditatus erat sacros dedasculus idem,
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, e: s, gl: abVBA, pat: SDSS
as this same teacher studied the sacred books
CdV 1644. Vt psalmista canit, noctesque diesque libellos? Vt psalmista canit, noctesque diesque libellos?
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3f | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: c, pa: v, gl: AbvBA, pat: DDDS
night and day, as the psalmist sang?
CdV 1645. Aemulus idcirco pollutus peste liuoris Aemulus idcirco pollutus peste liuoris
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: p, pat: DSDS
For that reason a rival, defiled by the plague of envy,
CdV 1646. Rictibus horrendis uatem lacerabat eundem: Rictibus horrendis uatem lacerabat eundem:
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
assailed that same holy man with horrible jaws:
CdV 1647. Faucibus inuidiae sic gloria carpitur atris Faucibus inuidiae sic gloria carpitur atris
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m? | 4f, fs: 3\3, ta: d, pa: d, ma: Y, e: h, pat: SDSD
in this way is glory stolen by the black jaws of jealousy
CdV 1648. Et laus almorum mulcatur fraude malorum; Et laus almorum mulcatur fraude malorum;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: l, pa: l, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and the praise of the decent damaged by the deceit of the wicked.
CdV 1649. Namque canes crebro stipant latratibus aprum Namque canes crebro stipant latratibus aprum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: c, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, pat: DSSS
For dogs crowd closely round the boar with their barking,
CdV 1650. Vndique uallantes densa cingente corona, Vndique uallantes densa cingente corona,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?t, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: AabVB, pat: DSSS
surrounding him on all sides a dense encircling crown.
CdV 1651. Ast ille infestos dispergit dente molosos Ast ille infestos dispergit dente molosos
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: l, pa: l, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
But he scatters these hostile hounds with his tusks
CdV 1652. Et uoti compos saltu regnabit in alto. Et uoti compos saltu regnabit in alto.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: dc, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
and, gaining his desire, he will reign in grove on high.
CdV 1653. Iam nunc almorum descripta laude uirorum, Iam nunc almorum descripta laude uirorum,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Now indeed that the praise of decent men has been described,
CdV 1654. Candida uirginitas paradisi cara colonis Candida uirginitas paradisi cara colonis
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, ta: V, pa: Vs, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
to whom the brilliant virginity, dear to the inhabitants of Paradise,
CdV 1655. Quis dedit, ut mundus celebret praeconia uastus, Quis dedit, ut mundus celebret praeconia uastus,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
granted that the wide world might celebrate their praises
CdV 1656. Supremis donec soluantur saecula flammis, Supremis donec soluantur saecula flammis,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: v, ca: v, ta: v, pa: vd, oa: v, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SDSS
until that world should vanish in final flames,
CdV 1657. Dum colles ut cera fluunt saltusque fatescunt, Dum colles ut cera fluunt saltusque fatescunt,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
when hills melt like wax and groves disappear,
CdV 1658. (Immo post mundum, cum cesset cyclos Olimpi, (Immo post mundum, cum cesset cyclos Olimpi,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: fc, pa: V?c, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
indeed when the circuit of the sky comes to an end at the end of the world,
CdV 1659. Clarius ante thronum sanctorum serta nitescunt), Clarius ante thronum sanctorum serta nitescunt),
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the saints’ garlands shine more brightly before the throne.
CdV 1660. Tempus adest sacras metris uulgare puellas, Tempus adest sacras metris uulgare puellas,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: v, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: AabBv, pat: SSSS
The time is at hand to celebrate holy young women in verse,
CdV 1661. Qualiter integritas uirtutum culmen adeptis Qualiter integritas uirtutum culmen adeptis
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, gl: AabBv, pat: DSSS
how chastity had bestowed on those virgins who have reached
CdV 1662. Virginibus dederit nitidas gestare coronas, Virginibus dederit nitidas gestare coronas,
DSSS

caesura pattern: | cūi | praḗscĭŭs ī́nfit | 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4d, sa: 3\2, ta: V, oa: t, ma: V, ha: Y
the summit of virtues shining crowns to wear,
CdV 1663. Dilicias saecli quae temnunt corde profanas Dilicias saecli quae temnunt corde profanas
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDDS
they who spurn in their hearts the world’s wicked delights,
CdV 1664. Fetida pomparum linquentes gaudia sontum, Fetida pomparum linquentes gaudia sontum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDDD
abandoning the stinking joys of guilty displays
CdV 1665. Vt dominum lucis deuota mente sequantur, Vt dominum lucis deuota mente sequantur,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: fV?, pa: fV?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
so that they might follow the lord of light with a devout mind,
CdV 1666. Agnum uirginea spissis cum forte cateruis Agnum uirginea spissis cum forte cateruis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, pa: sV, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
when the virginal company, crowding close
CdV 1667. Stipat in aethereo caelorum culmine turma Stipat in aethereo caelorum culmine turma
SSDS

sa: 4\2, ta: Vc, oa: V, ha: Y
in the ethereal height of the heavens throngs round the lamb,
CdV 1668. Et grex cum pastore pio gratabitur albus, Et grex cum pastore pio gratabitur albus,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, pat: DSSS
and the white flock will rejoice with its saintly Shepherd
CdV 1669. Purpureis uernant qua campi floribus arua Purpureis uernant qua campi floribus arua
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
where fields bloom with the purple flowers of the plain,
CdV 1670. Et lupus horrendis non frendet rictibus atrox Et lupus horrendis non frendet rictibus atrox
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: m, pat: DSDS
and the savage wolf does not gnash its teeth with terrifying jaws,
CdV 1671. Pascua nec norunt crudelis damna latronis, Pascua nec norunt crudelis damna latronis,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, pat: DSDD
and the pastures do not know the ravages of a cruel thief,
CdV 1672. Sed pacis iugiter perpes concordia regnat. Sed pacis iugiter perpes concordia regnat.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
but where the perpetual concord of peace continually reigns.
CdV 1673. Nunc igitur casto ueneror rumore Mariam: Nunc igitur casto ueneror rumore Mariam:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pat: DSSS
So now I honour MARY in this chaste report.
CdV 1674. Versibus egregiam nitor laudare puellam Versibus egregiam nitor laudare puellam
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: c, ma: Y, gl: AaVBb, pat: SDSS
I strive to praise in verse this splendid maiden,
CdV 1675. Cui mundus merito celebrat praeconia totus. Cui mundus merito celebrat praeconia totus.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: l, pa: c, oa: l, ma: Y, gl: AbvaB, pat: DSSS
commendations of whom the whole world rightly celebrates.
CdV 1676. Quae fuit Israhel claro de germine gentis Quae fuit Israhel claro de germine gentis
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: d, ta: d, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
She was of a famous lineage of the race of Israel,
CdV 1677. Desponsata proco fecunda puerpera uirgo; Desponsata proco fecunda puerpera uirgo;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
a fertile virgin pregnant with child, betrothed to a suitor.
CdV 1678. Sed Deus omnipotens, quadrati conditor orbis, Sed Deus omnipotens, quadrati conditor orbis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
But Almighty God, the creator of the four-cornered world,
CdV 1679. A quo processit praesentis machina mundi, A quo processit praesentis machina mundi,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDDS
from whom the plan of the present world proceeded,
CdV 1680. Cui secreta patent ex alto culmine cuncta Cui secreta patent ex alto culmine cuncta
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSS
to whom all secrets are open from his lofty summit,
CdV 1681. Quique abstrusa suo perlustrat lumine tetra, Quique abstrusa suo perlustrat lumine tetra,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: p, pat: DSSS
and who illuminates with his light all hidden mysteries,
CdV 1682. Virginis intemerata uidens praecordia castae Virginis intemerata uidens praecordia castae
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d?, fs: 3\2, pa: p, e: h, pat: SDDS
seeing the chaste virgin’s undefiled heart ,
CdV 1683. Maluit, ut prolem peperisset uirgo supernam, Maluit, ut prolem peperisset uirgo supernam,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
preferred that this virgin should give birth to heavenly offspring,
CdV 1684. Sordida qui ueniens dempsisset crimina mundi, Sordida qui ueniens dempsisset crimina mundi,
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SDSS
who by his coming, would take away the squalid sins of the world,
CdV 1685. Dum dilubra dedit Christo atque sacella pudoris. Dum dilubra dedit Christo atque sacella pudoris.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
when he granted her as a sanctuary for Christ and a temple of chastity.
CdV 1686. Mox genuit uerum lumen de lumine patris, Mox genuit uerum lumen de lumine patris,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
She soon bore the true light from the light of the father,
CdV 1687. Exueret mundum ut furua caligine Christus, Exueret mundum ut furua caligine Christus,
DSSS

sa: 3\3, ta: c, oa: c, ha: Y
so that Christ might release the world from dusky darkness,
CdV 1688. Qua genus humanum tetro torpebat in orbe, Qua genus humanum tetro torpebat in orbe,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
where the human race was languishing in the vile world,
CdV 1689. Vsquequo clarifici luxerunt lumina solis, Vsquequo clarifici luxerunt lumina solis,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, pa: vs, ma: Y, gl: AVbaB, pat: SDSS
until the time when the light of the blazing sun shone bright,
CdV 1690. De quo iam dudum cecinerunt uerba prophetae. De quo iam dudum cecinerunt uerba prophetae.
SSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: cm, oa: c, ma: cm, ha: Y, pat: vabBA
about which the prophet’s words had already sung long ago.
CdV 1691. Haec, inquam, uirgo caelesti pignore feta Haec, inquam, uirgo caelesti pignore feta
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
This virgin, I say, pregnant with heavenly progeny,
CdV 1692. Edidit ex aluo saluantem saecula regem, Edidit ex aluo saluantem saecula regem,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
produced from her womb the king who is the saviour of all ages,
CdV 1693. Imperium mundi solus qui iure gubernat, Imperium mundi solus qui iure gubernat,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: d, oa: sd, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
who alone rightly governs control of the world,
CdV 1694. Vt dudum angelico discit uirguncula fatu, Vt dudum angelico discit uirguncula fatu,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
just as this young virgin learned long ago from angelic speech,
CdV 1695. Cum pater altithronus Gabrihel misisset ab astris. Cum pater altithronus Gabrihel misisset ab astris.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: d, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
when the high-throned father had sent Gabriel from the stars.
CdV 1696. Haec fuit, egregius quam promit carmine uatis, Haec fuit, egregius quam promit carmine uatis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: v, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: vAbBa, pat: SDSS
She it was she whom the outstanding prophet, who being rich once ruled
CdV 1697. Qui Solimis quondam diues regnauit in aruis, Qui Solimis quondam diues regnauit in aruis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSSS
over Jerusalem’s fields , proclaimed in song:
CdV 1698. Hortus conclusus florenti uertice uernans, Hortus conclusus florenti uertice uernans,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
‘She is a garden enclosed, burgeoning on blossoming summit,
CdV 1699. Fons quoque signatus caelesti gurgite pollens Fons quoque signatus caelesti gurgite pollens
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: s, pa: p, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
a fountain sealed up, swelling from the heavenly stream,
CdV 1700. Necnon et turtur tremulus; cui praescius infit Necnon et turtur tremulus; cui praescius infit
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
and also a quivering dove.’ To her the prescient angel spoke:
CdV 1701. Angelus: “En sobolem generabis uirgo perennem Angelus: “En sobolem generabis uirgo perennem
DDDD

sa: 2\3, ta: f, pat: AabBV
‘Behold, as a virgin you will produce immortal progeny,
CdV 1702. Atque puerperium paritura puerpera gignes: Atque puerperium paritura puerpera gignes:
DDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: cs, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and as a mother about to give birth, you will bring forth an offspring;
CdV 1703. Filius altithroni faustus uocitetur in aeuum! Filius altithroni faustus uocitetur in aeuum!
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSSS
let the son of the high-throned one be called blessed forever!
CdV 1704. Spiritus e caelo ueniet sanctissimus in te: Spiritus e caelo ueniet sanctissimus in te:
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: mc, pa: m, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
The most Holy Spirit shall come in unto you from heaven;
CdV 1705. Virtus ecce tuo confert umbracula cordi; Virtus ecce tuo coffert umbracula cordi;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, pa: d, gl: VabBA, pat: DDSD
look, its power provides protection for your heart;
CdV 1706. Patris obumbrabit te, uirgo, celsa potestas.” Patris obumbrabit te, uirgo, celsa potestas.”
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m, fs: 4\3, ca: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the heavenly might of the father, virgin, will protect you.’
CdV 1707. Quo dictu matris turgescunt uiscera fetu, Quo dictu matris turgescunt uiscera fetu,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: V?, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
When this was said the mother’s womb swelled with a baby
CdV 1708. Qui genitus mundum miseranda labe resoluit Qui genitus mundum miseranda labe resoluit
DSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: V, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
who, when he had been born, freed the world from its pitiable corruption
CdV 1709. Atque crucifixus scelerata piacula dempsit. Atque crucifixus scelerata piacula dempsit.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: t, pat: SSSS
and, when he had been crucified, took away its wicked stains.
CdV 1710. Porro Caeciliae uiuacem condere laudem Porro Caeciliae uiuacem condere laudem
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDDS
In addition, what page of metres can creditably construct
CdV 1711. Quae ualeat digne metrorum pagina uersu? Quae ualeat digne metrorum pagina uersu?
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: aVABb, pat: SDSS
in verse the living praise of CECILIA?
CdV 1712. Quae sponsum proprium conuertit dogmate sancto Quae sponsum proprium conuertit dogmate sancto
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: p, ca: p, ta: p, pa: pv, oa: p, ma: Y, gl: AbVaB, pat: DDSS
She turned her own betrothed to sacred doctrine,
CdV 1713. Mellea carnalis contemnens ludicra lusus, Mellea carnalis contemnens ludicra lusus,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
scorning the honied amusements of fleshly excess,
CdV 1714. Basia dum potius dilexit dulcia Christi Basia dum potius dilexit dulcia Christi
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: DDSS
since she loved the sweet kisses of Christ instead,
CdV 1715. Candida praepulchris complectens colla lacertis. Candida praepulchris complectens colla lacertis.
SDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ha: Y, pat: aAvBb
embracing his bright-white neck with her gorgeous arms.
CdV 1716. Quamuis armoniis praesultent organa multis Quamuis armoniis praesultent organa multis
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, pat: SDSS
Even though musical instruments lead the dance with many harmonies
CdV 1717. Musica Pierio resonent et carmina cantu, Musica Pierio resonent et carmina cantu,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: AavBC, pat: DDSS
and melodious songs resound with the chanting of the Muses,
CdV 1718. Non tamen inflexit fallax praecordia mentis Non tamen inflexit fallax praecordia mentis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
yet the deceitful display of the profane,
CdV 1719. Pompa profanorum, quae nectit retia sanctis, Pompa profanorum, quae nectit retia sanctis,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, pa: st, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
which sets snares for saints so that a warrior may not hasten
CdV 1720. Ne forte properet paradisi ad gaudia miles. Ne forte properet paradisi ad gaudia miles.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: rV, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
to the joys of Paradise, did not stir the depths of her soul.
CdV 1721. Taliter interea compellans uocibus infit, Taliter interea compellans uocibus infit,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SDSS
Meanwhile, reached their private chamber according to marital,
CdV 1722. Dum secreta petunt concessa lege tororum: Dum secreta petunt concessa lege tororum:
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: cs, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
she uttered the following words:
CdV 1723. “Angelus, en, inquit, superis tranauit ab astris. “Angelus, en, inquit, superis tranauit ab astris.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: AabBC, pat: DDSS
‘Behold,’ she said, an angel has passed over from the stars above.
CdV 1724. Hic me patronus caelesti foedere fulcit, Hic me patronus caelesti foedere fulcit,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: AaVBC, pat: DDSS
This patron supports me with a heavenly pledge,
CdV 1725. Vt nequeam prorsus quicquam carnalis amare; Vt nequeam prorsus quicquam carnalis amare;
DDSS

sa: 3\3, h: m
so that I cannot love anything whatsoever of the flesh;
CdV 1726. Namque meum iugiter conseruat corpus in aeuum, Namque meum iugiter conseruat corpus in aeuum,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: dV?, pa: d, ma: Y, gl: VAbBa, pat: DDSS
for he keeps continual guard over my body y for ever
CdV 1727. Vt nullus ualeat spurco succensus amore Vt nullus ualeat spurco succensus amore
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: Vt, pa: ft, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
so that no one inflamed by filthy lust
CdV 1728. Contrectare mea probroso crimine membra; Contrectare mea probroso crimine membra;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: s, pa: m, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
can lay hands on my limbs with shameful sin;
CdV 1729. Sed mox angelicis ulciscens uindicat armis, Sed mox angelicis ulciscens uindicat armis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: c, pat: DSSS
but straightaway my avenger will punish with angelic weapons
CdV 1730. Qui me pollutis nituntur prendere palmis.” Qui me pollutis nituntur prendere palmis.”
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\2, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
those who strive to seize me with polluted hands.’
CdV 1731. Sic deuota Deo conuertit femina sponsum Sic deuota Deo conuertit femina sponsum
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Thus the woman devoted to God converted her betrothed,
CdV 1732. Necnon et leuirum soluens errore uetusto, Necnon et leuirum soluens errore uetusto,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vs, ta: V, pa: Vs, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
as well as her brother-in-law, freeing them from an ancient error
CdV 1733. Donec credentes sumpsissent dona lauacri Donec credentes sumpsissent dona lauacri
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: v, pat: DSSS
until as believers, they might receive the gifts of the font;
CdV 1734. Facti municipes in summis arcibus ambo, Facti municipes in summis arcibus ambo,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: t, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
both became citizens in the loftiest citadels
CdV 1735. Martires effecti carnis tormenta luentes. Martires effecti carnis tormenta luentes.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, pa: V, gl: VAbBa, pat: DSSD
after being made martyrs and suffering tortures of the flesh.
CdV 1736. Siciliae tellus, quam uallant caerula ponti Siciliae tellus, quam uallant caerula ponti
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: l, pat: DDDD
The land of Sicily, which the blue seas surround
CdV 1737. Fluctibus et rabies pulsat per saecula salsis, Fluctibus et rabies pulsat per saecula salsis,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: cf, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and furiously strike with salty waves,
CdV 1738. Edidit Agathen Christi famulatibus aptam, Edidit Agathen Christi famulatibus aptam,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: Vc, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
produced AGATHA, fitting for Christ’s service ,
CdV 1739. Accola quam Siculus famosa laude frequentat; Accola quam Siculus famosa laude frequentat;
SSSS

sa: 2\3, ta: d, oa: d, ha: Y
someone whom every Sicilian inhabitant celebrates with famous praise,
CdV 1740. Quae se diuinis subdebat cultibus ultro. Quae se diuinis subdebat cultibus ultro.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: tV?, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
for of her own accord she devoted herself to divine worship.
CdV 1741. Nam pubertatis florebat tempore Christo Nam pubertatis florebat tempore Christo
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: r, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
For as an adolescent she flourished in Christ,
CdV 1742. Diuitias mundi conculcans mente caducas Diuitias mundi conculcans mente caducas
DDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: m, pat: DDSS
trampling upon the fleeting wealth of the world in her mind
CdV 1743. Et sequitur dominum deuota iuuencula Christum Et sequitur dominum deuota iuuencula Christum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: s, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
and, as a dedicated young lady, she followed Christ as Lord,
CdV 1744. Omnia saeclorum mox ornamenta relinquens. Omnia saeclorum mox ornamenta relinquens.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
straightaway abandoning the adornments of the world.
CdV 1745. Quis uero poenas uerbis enarret acerbas Quis uero poenas uerbis enarret acerbas
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: d, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: AbVaB, pat: DDSS
Who then can describe in words the bitter punishments,
CdV 1746. Aut mortis ualeat clades effarier atras, Aut mortis ualeat clades effarier atras,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, pa: c, oa: V, ma: Y, e: ?, gl: AabBv, pat: SDSS
and who can enunciate the dark threats of death
CdV 1747. Quas tunc in terris perfert uirguncula membris? Quas tunc in terris perfert uirguncula membris?
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: V, pat: SDDS
which this young virgin endured in her limbs then on earth?
CdV 1748. Horrida uulnifici patitur discrimina ferri, Horrida uulnifici patitur discrimina ferri,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSD
She suffered the horrific hazards of wounding iron,
CdV 1749. Quod castum lacerat corpus mucrone cruento: Quod castum lacerat corpus mucrone cruento:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: Vc, ma: Y, gl: AaCBb, pat: SSSS
which sliced through her chaste body with a bloody edge:
CdV 1750. Pectora uirgineis fraudantur pulchra papillis Pectora uirgineis fraudantur pulchra papillis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: m, gl: AVaBb, pat: SDSS
her beautiful bosom was robbed of its virgin breasts
CdV 1751. Purpureusque cruor stillans de carne fluebat. Purpureusque cruor stillans de carne fluebat.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: tc, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and purple gore dripped in drops from her flesh.
CdV 1752. Sic quoque carnifices torrebant igne puellam Sic quoque carnifices torrebant igne puellam
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pat: SSDS
Likewise, the butchers also burned the girl with flame,
CdV 1753. Virgineos artus assantes torribus atris; Virgineos artus assantes torribus atris;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: fc, ta: fc, pa: fc, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
roasting her virginal limbs in black fires,
CdV 1754. Sed dicto citius perdebat flamma uigorem Sed dicto citius perdebat flamma uigorem
DDSS

caesura pattern: | quām | fī́mbrĭă pḗpli | 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4d, sa: 3\2, oa: c
but swifter than speech the flame lost its force,
CdV 1755. Ignibus innocuis exurens membra puellae. Ignibus innocuis exurens membra puellae.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: d, pa: d, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
burning the girl’s limbs of the girl with a harmless blaze.
CdV 1756. Nec fuit in poena simplex uexatio carnis, Nec fuit in poena simplex uexatio carnis,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
In punishment, there was not a single torment of her body,
CdV 1757. Sed triplex potius torquet strictura lacertos, Sed triplex potius torquet strictura lacertos,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
but rather a triple torture afflicted her arms:
CdV 1758. Dum rogus ardescens et rubrae fragmina testae Dum rogus ardescens et rubrae fragmina testae
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: v, pa: vf, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
as the burning pyre, shards of red tile,
CdV 1759. Necnon et rigidi crudelis sectio ferri Necnon et rigidi crudelis sectio ferri
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vs, pa: s, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
as well as the cruel cutting of the unbending blade,
CdV 1760. Membra cruentabant spurco sine crimine culpae. Membra cruentabant spurco sine crimine culpae.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: p, pat: SSSS
bloodied limbs which were without foul guilt of sin.
CdV 1761. Tum pater omnipotens, deuotae uirginis altor, Tum pater omnipotens, deuotae uirginis altor,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: c, pat: SDSS
Then the Father Almighty, the nourisher of the devout virgin,
CdV 1762. Arcibus aethereis defixit lumina terris Arcibus aethereis defixit lumina terris
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSS
cast his eyes down to earth from the celestial citadels,
CdV 1763. Femineum indolis gaudens spectare triumphum; Femineum indolis gaudens spectare triumphum;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
rejoicing to behold the womanly triumph of her character.
CdV 1764. Mox dedit auxilium clemens defensor egentum, Mox dedit auxilium clemens defensor egentum,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m, fs: 4\3, ca: p, pat: DSDS
Straightaway the merciful protector of the needy gave help
CdV 1765. Fortior ut fieret truciter torquentibus illam. Fortior ut fieret truciter torquentibus illam.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: m, oa: m, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
so that she might become stronger than those cruelly torturing her.
CdV 1766. Post haec martirii mercatur sanguine serta Post haec martirii mercatur sanguine serta
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: sc, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
After this, she bought with her blood a martyr’s the garland of,
CdV 1767. Perpetuas regni sumens ex carne coronas. Perpetuas regni sumens ex carne coronas.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: fm, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and rising from the flesh she assumed the kingdom’s eternal crowns.
CdV 1768. Denique post obitum signorum non uacat expers, Denique post obitum signorum non uacat expers,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: vp, pa: p, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
Finally, after her death, she did not lack for miracles,
CdV 1769. Quamlibet in tumba pausarent ossa sepulcri Quamlibet in tumba pausarent ossa sepulcri
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, pat: DSSD
although her bones rested in a sepulchre’s tomb
CdV 1770. Et sacer astrifera gauderet spiritus arce. Et sacer astrifera gauderet spiritus arce.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and her holy spirit rejoiced in the starry citadel.
CdV 1771. Tempore nam quodam feruescens ignibus Aetna Tempore nam quodam feruescens ignibus Aetna
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
For at a certain time Mount Etna, seething with fires,
CdV 1772. Torrida flammiuomis trudebat sulphura riuis: Torrida flammiuomis trudebat sulphura riuis:
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, pat: DSSS
spewed out burning sulphur in flame-belching streams:
CdV 1773. Tunc ruit in praeceps ambusta cacumina linquens Tunc ruit in praeceps ambusta cacumina linquens
DDDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, e: s, pat: DSDS
then, abandoning the scorched summits, the mass of stones
CdV 1774. Congeries lapidum liquefactaque uiscera montis. Congeries lapidum liquefactaque uiscera montis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: c, ta: s, pa: cs, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
and the liquefied innards of the mountain rushed headlong.
CdV 1775. Tum Siculus cultor flammarum fulmina cernens Tum Siculus cultor flammarum fulmina cernens
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
Then a Sicilian minister, seeing the explosions of flame,
CdV 1776. Ignibus opposuit sanctam cum corpore tumbam, Ignibus opposuit sanctam cum corpore tumbam,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: VAbBa, pat: SDSD
put in the path of the fires the holy tomb containing her body ,
CdV 1777. Et dicto citius sopiuit damna focorum; Et dicto citius sopiuit damna focorum;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: VAbaB, pat: DSSS
and quicker than speech he quelled the damage of the blazes;
CdV 1778. Vnde Trinacriae tellus exultat in aeuum. Vnde Trinacriae tellus exultat in aeuum.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, e: m, pat: SSSS
and for that reason the land of Sicily grows glad for ever.
CdV 1779. Cum stolidi proceres, qui mundi regna regebant, Cum stolidi proceres, qui mundi regna regebant,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: f, ca: V, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
When the foolish princes, who ruled the kingdoms of the world,
CdV 1780. Martires immerito mulcata carne necarent Martires immerito mulcata carne necarent
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: s, pat: SSDS
put to death martyrs undeservedly once their flesh had been mistreated,
CdV 1781. Seu potius fuso decorarent sanguine sanctos, Seu potius fuso decorarent sanguine sanctos,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
or rather, they adorned saints with their own shed blood,
CdV 1782. Passuros inter fuerat uirguncula quaedam, Passuros inter fuerat uirguncula quaedam,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: t, pat: DSDS
among those who were to suffer was a certain young virgin,
CdV 1783. Lucia, quae dominum dilexit sedula Christum. Lucia, quae dominum dilexit sedula Christum.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
LUCIA, who diligently loved the Lord Christ.
CdV 1784. Quam de stirpe bona et claris natalibus ortam Quam de stirpe bona et claris natalibus ortam
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: tV, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Since she was born of good stock from a famous family,
CdV 1785. Nonnulli iuuenum thalamis adsciscier optant, Nonnulli iuuenum thalamis assciscier optant,
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?p, ta: V?, pa: Vnp, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
several young men wanted to obtain her in marriage,
CdV 1786. Sed sacrata Deo foedus sociale reliquit Sed sacrata Deo foedus sociale reliquit
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: t, pa: t, oa: t, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
but being consecrated to God she abandoned that social bond
CdV 1787. Mores ob castos et caeli regna lucranda. Mores ob castos et caeli regna lucranda.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
because of her chaste conduct and to gain the kingdom of heaven.
CdV 1788. Haec matrem monuit fessam languore cruento, Haec matrem monuit fessam languore cruento,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
She urged her mother, worn down by a weakness of blood,
CdV 1789. Tangeret ut tumbam, qua clausum uirginis almae Tangeret ut tumbam, qua clausum uirginis almae
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, pat: DSSS
to touch the tomb where the body of the kindly virgin
CdV 1790. Agathae corpus placida sub morte quieuit, Agathae corpus placida sub morte quieuit,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
Agatha was confined and rested in quiet death,
CdV 1791. Femina ceu quondam fluxu uexata cruoris Femina ceu quondam fluxu uexata cruoris
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4f, fs: 3\3, ca: f, pa: df, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: SDSD
just as once another woman, afflicted with a flow of blood,
CdV 1792. Occulte Christum tetigit; quam fimbria pepli Occulte Christum tetigit; quam fimbria pepli
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: V?, pa: m, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
secretly touched Christ; and the hem of his garment cured and healed her
CdV 1793. Curauit medicans domino donante salutem. Curauit medicans domino donante salutem.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: V, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
was healed and made whole, with the Lord granting her health.
CdV 1794. Sic igitur genetrix sancta uirtute sepulcri Sic igitur genetrix sancta uirtute sepulcri
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDDS
So therefore her mother, having faith, through the sepulchre’s sacred power
CdV 1795. Claudebat patulas extemplo credula fibras, Claudebat patulas extemplo credula fibras,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
closed up her open innards at once,
CdV 1796. Vt numquam flueret uenarum riuulus ultra Vt numquam flueret uenarum riuulus ultra
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: t, pat: DSSS
so that the trickle in her veins never flowed further
CdV 1797. Et dicto citius siccaret sanguinis undam. Et dicto citius siccaret sanguinis undam.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and, quicker than can be said, dried up the stream of blood.
CdV 1798. Tunc proles coepit uerbis narrare parenti, Tunc proles coepit uerbis narrare parenti,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: c, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Thereupon the child began with words to explain to her mother
CdV 1799. Quod uellet iugiter Christo seruire pudica Quod uellet iugiter Christo seruire pudica
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: n, pat: SDSS
that in chastity she wished constantly to serve Christ continually
CdV 1800. Atque torum sponsi mallet contemnere uirgo Atque torum sponsi mallet contemnere uirgo
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: rV?, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: aVbAB, pat: DSSS
and that as a virgin she preferred to spurn a bridegroom’s bed,
CdV 1801. Aurea gemmatae linquens crepundia pompae Aurea gemmatae linquens crepundia pompae
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: v, gl: AaBVb, pat: SDSS
abandoning the golden necklace with its bejewelled display,
CdV 1802. Vtque peregrinis daret ornamenta procorum Vtque peregrinis daret ornamenta procorum
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: cs, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
so that she might give suitors’ ornaments to strangers,
CdV 1803. Pauperibus stipem tribuens et munera mancis Pauperibus stipem tribuens et munera mancis
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSSS
doling out alms to the poor and gifts to the destitute,
CdV 1804. Thesaurosque suos sub caeli conderet arce. Thesaurosque suos sub caeli conderet arce.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
and so might store up treasures in the citadel of heaven.
CdV 1805. Filia mox matrem fatu correxit amico Filia mox matrem fatu correxit amico
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
The daughter straightaway put right with friendly speech her mother
CdV 1806. Credula uirgineis pandentem pectora uerbis, Credula uirgineis pandentem pectora uerbis,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: t, gl: aBVAb, pat: SDSS
who opened up her believing spirit to the virgin’s words,
CdV 1807. Vt simul offerrent dites patrimonia Christo. Vt simul offerrent dites patrimonia Christo.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: fc, pa: c, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
so that, being wealthy, they might offer their inheritance to Christ.
CdV 1808. Quod dum compertum uulgi sermone crebrescit Quod dum compertum uulgi sermone crebrescit
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?p, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
When that was discovered and was made known in public speech,
CdV 1809. Atque fatigantur sacris rumoribus aures, Atque fatigantur sacris rumoribus aures,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pa: n, oa: n, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and ears were wearied with saintly reports,
CdV 1810. Tetrica mox sponsi feruent praecordia felle Tetrica mox sponsi feruent praecordia felle
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, ta: vf, pa: vf, oa: vf, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
straightaway the grim heart of a suitor seethed,
CdV 1811. Gorgoneis infecta malis pro uirgine adempta, Gorgoneis infecta malis pro uirgine adempta,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SDSS
infected with a Gorgon’s evil, since she had been snatched from him,
CdV 1812. Quam sibi saluator sponsam copularat adultam Quam sibi saluator sponsam copularat adultam
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: m, gl: aBVAb, pat: SDSS
the virgin whom the saviour had joined to himself as a full-grown spouse,
CdV 1813. Sanguinis arratam conquirens dote puellam. Sanguinis arratam conquirens dote puellam.
SDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: f, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
taking the girl betrothed with a dowry of blood.
CdV 1814. Ignescunt populi limphatica corda furentis Ignescunt populi limphatica corda furentis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: vVf, ta: v, pa: vV, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
The frenzied hearts of the furious people became inflamed
CdV 1815. Ringitur et consul dira Pascasius ira, Ringitur et consul dira Pascasius ira,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: m, pa: m, ma: Y, pat: DDDD
and the consul Paschasius snarled with dreadful anger
CdV 1816. Dum altercaretur crudus cum uoce tyrannus Dum altercaretur crudus cum uoce tyrannus
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, gl: aVABb, pat: SDDS
while the cruel tyrant disputed with words,
CdV 1817. A Christo sponsam nitens auferre uenustam. A Christo sponsam nitens auferre uenustam.
SSDS

sa: 2\3, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: V?, ha: Y, h: m, pat: vabAB
striving to take the beautiful bride from Christ.
CdV 1818. Tum nec sermonum stimulis cedebat acerbis Tum nec sermonum stimulis cedebat acerbis
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SDSS
Then she did not yield to the bitter incitements of words:
CdV 1819. Neu blanda flecti lenonum fraude ualebat, Neu blanda flecti lenonum fraude ualebat,
DSDS

sa: m, pa: s, ma: Y, gl: avcBA, pat: DDSS
nor could she be swayed by the flattering deceit of pimps,
CdV 1820. Quamlibet ad tetrum traheretur fune lupanar Quamlibet ad tetrum traheretur fune lupanar
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vd, ta: V, pa: Vd, oa: V, ma: Y, e: ?, pat: SSSS
even though she was dragged with a rope to a vile brothel
CdV 1821. Atque boues pariter trusissent restibus almam, Atque boues pariter trusissent restibus almam,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: mV?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and likewise cattle drove on the kindly one in cords;
CdV 1822. Quasquam tortores assarent igne tenellam, Quasquam tortores assarent igne tenellam,
SDSS

sa: 4\2, ta: ps, pa: p, oa: p, ha: Y
although torturers roasted the tender little one with fire
CdV 1823. In quo nigra picis necnon et pinguis oliui In quo nigra picis necnon et pinguis oliui
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
in which black streams of pitch and fatty oil
CdV 1824. Flumina terrifico crepitabant torre pirarum, Flumina terrifico crepitabant torre pirarum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: lt, pa: t, oa: t, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
crackled in terrifying firebrands of pyres,
CdV 1825. Vt magis horrorem sentiret uirgo beata, Vt magis horrorem sentiret uirgo beata,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: cs, pa: s, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
so that the blessed girl might feel the horror more,
CdV 1826. Plurima dum flammis augerent pabula pagi. Plurima dum flammis augerent pabula pagi.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: CabAB, pat: DSSS
while the townsfolk piled up the most fuel for the flames.
CdV 1827. Sed cito uexantis cedebat machina poenae: Sed cito uexantis cedebat machina poenae:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: VABba, pat: DSDD
But swiftly the scheme for inflicting punishment failed:
CdV 1828. Innocuis prunae coxerunt membra fauillis Innocuis prunae coxerunt membra fauillis
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: vp, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
the glowing coals cooked her limbs like harmless ashes,
CdV 1829. Defensante Deo flammasque fugante rogorum. Defensante Deo flammasque fugante rogorum.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: n, pat: SDDS
since God was shielding her and driving away the flames of the pyres.
CdV 1830. Tunc igitur morbo mentis cruciatus acerbo Tunc igitur morbo mentis cruciatus acerbo
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
So then the judge, racked with a grievous sickness of the mind,
CdV 1831. Non tulit opprobrium iudex a uirgine factum, Non tulit opprobrium iudex a uirgine factum,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?c, ta: V?, pa: V?c, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
could not bear the disgrace which the maiden had done him,
CdV 1832. Candida sed rigido uiolauit uiscera ferro: Candida sed rigido uiolauit uiscera ferro:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
but he violated her pure innards with a rigid sword,
CdV 1833. Purpureus cruor extemplo de carne manauit. Purpureus cruor extemplo de carne manauit.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and purple blood at once flowed forth from her flesh.
CdV 1834. Nec tamen exultat saeuus de morte tyrannus Nec tamen exultat saeuus de morte tyrannus
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Yet the savage tyrant did not revel in the death,
CdV 1835. Neu gratatur ouans pro Christi uirgine caesa, Neu gratatur ouans pro Christi uirgine caesa,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SDDS
nor did he, exulting, rejoice in Christ’s virgin that was killed virgin of Christ,
CdV 1836. Sed Siculi nexis stringebant colla catenis Sed Siculi nexis stringebant colla catenis
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
but the Sicilians bound his neck in tight chains
CdV 1837. Nodatis merito nectentes bracchia uinclis. Nodatis merito nectentes bracchia uinclis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: V?, oa: V?f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and tying his arms deservedly with knotted bonds.
CdV 1838. Sic reus aduenit Romanam consul ad urbem, Sic reus aduenit Romanam consul ad urbem,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, gl: abVBA, pat: DSSS
Thus the guilty consul came to the city of Rome
CdV 1839. Vt uindicta grauis noxam puniret inormem, Vt uindicta grauis noxam puniret inormem,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: c, pa: r, ma: Y, gl: AbVaB, pat: DDDD
so that a heavy vengeance could punish the crime
CdV 1840. Dum cruor insontis cum sontis sanguine fuso Dum cruor insontis cum sontis sanguine fuso
SSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: vf, pa: v, oa: vf, ma: v, ha: Y, pat: abVAB
since the blood of the innocent might be suitably avenged
CdV 1841. Vlciscebatur digne pro talibus ausis. Vlciscebatur digne pro talibus ausis.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: cm, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
through the blood of the guilty being shed for having dared such a deed.
CdV 1842. Sic quoque Iustinam modulabor carmine castam Sic quoque Iustinam modulabor carmine castam
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: aACAbB, pat: DDDS
So too shall I sing in song about chaste JUSTINA,
CdV 1843. Aurea uirgineo lucrantem regna pudore, Aurea uirgineo lucrantem regna pudore,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: s, ca: s, ta: s, pa: sp, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
who won the golden kingdom with virginal purity.
CdV 1844. Quae terrena tori disrupit uincla iugalis Quae terrena tori disrupit uincla iugalis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: t, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
She broke the earthly bonds of the conjugal bed,
CdV 1845. Florida mundanae calcans commercia uitae. Florida mundanae calcans commercia uitae.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: AbBa, pat: DSSS
trampling on the flowery business of the worldly life.
CdV 1846. Huic procus illustris prauo succensus amore Huic procus illustris prauo succensus amore
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: r, gl: AbvBa, pat: SDDS
An illustrious suitor, inflamed with depraved love for her,
CdV 1847. Nectere non cessat uerborum retia frustra, Nectere non cessat uerborum retia frustra,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m?, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: s, pat: SSSS
did not cease from tying together snares of words in vain,
CdV 1848. Vt sibi forte foret dotalis uirgo per aeuum, Vt sibi forte foret dotalis uirgo per aeuum,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: p, pat: DSSS
so that this virgin and her dowry might be his for ever,
CdV 1849. De qua posteritas esset uentura nepotum. De qua posteritas esset uentura nepotum.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and from her there might come generations of descendants.
CdV 1850. Sed cum tale nefas gestiret mente malignus Sed cum tale nefas gestiret mente malignus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
But since, being wicked in his mind, he intended such an unspeakable deed,
CdV 1851. Nec tamen insontem posset peruertere fallax Nec tamen insontem posset peruertere fallax
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSS
and yet, being deceitful, could not sway the innocent one
CdV 1852. Virginis aut fibras caecis incendere flammis, Virginis aut fibras caecis incendere flammis,
DDDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pat: DSSD
or arouse the virgin’s innards with blind flames,
CdV 1853. Nititur egregiam magicis maculare uenenis. Nititur egregiam magicis maculare uenenis.
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: ?, pat: SDSS
he strove to stain the splendid one with magic potions.
CdV 1854. Tunc famosus erat Cyprianus fraude nugaci Tunc famosus erat Cyprianus fraude nugaci
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: cs, ta: s, pa: s, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
At that time, a certain Cyprian was famous for harmful deceit
CdV 1855. Doctus in horrenda sceleratorum arte magorum; Doctus in horrenda sceleratorum arte magorum;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: s, pat: SDSS
and learned in the horrific black art of wicked wizards;
CdV 1856. Qui tunc auxilium spondebat ferre petenti Qui tunc auxilium spondebat ferre petenti
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m, fs: 4\3, ca: V?, pa: V?r, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and at that time he promised to offer aid to anyone who sought it,
CdV 1857. Plurima scematizans sacrae molimina menti Plurima scematizans sacrae molimina menti
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSS
planning very many schemes against the saintly mind
CdV 1858. In tantum, ut diris certaret demonis armis. In tantum, ut diris certaret demonis armis.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: AaBVb, pat: DDSS
in so far as he might battle on, using the dread weapons of the devil.
CdV 1859. Quos magus assidue strofosus misit ad almam, Quos magus assidue strofosus misit ad almam,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V, pa: pcV, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
The cunning wizard constantly sent men to the kindly one
CdV 1860. Vt pia pulsarent stimulis praecordia stupri; Vt pia pulsarent stimulis praecordia stupri;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: u, ca: v, pa: p, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
to entreat her pious heart with enticements of licentiousness.
CdV 1861. Sed cum uirgo Dei spreuisset tribula carnis Sed cum uirgo Dei spreuisset tribula carnis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: l, pa: p, oa: l, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
But when God’s virgin spurned the trifles of the flesh,
CdV 1862. Lurida tetrorum confringens tela latronum, Lurida tetrorum coffringens tela latronum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: p, pat: DDSS
smashing the ghastly shafts of vile robbers,
CdV 1863. Credidit altithronum saluantem saecula Christum Credidit altithronum saluantem saecula Christum
DSSS

sa: 3\3
[Cyprian] came to believe in high-throned Christ, Saviour of the world;
CdV 1864. Ad dominum tota conuersus mente fidelis: Ad dominum tota conuersus mente fidelis:
DSDD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: cs, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SDSD
having been converted to the Lord and being faithful in his whole heart:
CdV 1865. Paenituit tandem magus idola spurca relinquens Paenituit tandem magus idola spurca relinquens
SSSS

sa: 3\2, pat: AbVaB
at last the wizard repented abandoning his filthy idols,
CdV 1866. Expertus, uirgo quid posset ferre pericli, Expertus, uirgo quid posset ferre pericli,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
having found out what peril the virgin could put up with,
CdV 1867. Quae numquam ualuit superari mille nocendi Quae numquam ualuit superari mille nocendi
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
she never could be conquered by a thousand black arts of evil,
CdV 1868. Artibus, incesti sed fugit crimen iniquam. Artibus, incesti sed fugit crimen iniquam.
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
but shunned the wicked sin of lack of chastity.
CdV 1869. Post haec imperio regeret cum Claudius orbem Post haec imperio regeret cum Claudius orbem
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: v, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: abVBA, pat: DDSS
After this, when Claudius ruled the world by his command
CdV 1870. Impius edictis sanctos crudelibus urgens, - Impius edictis sanctos crudelibus urgens, -
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: f, gl: aAVbB, pat: SSDD
the wicked man oppressed the saints with his cruel edicts,
CdV 1871. Heu scelus! - ut Christum damnati uoce negarent, Heu scelus! - ut Christum damnati uoce negarent,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, e: h, pat: DSSD
alas, the crime, so that they might deny Christ with the voice of one damned.
CdV 1872. (Nolentes autem sectari scita tyranni (Nolentes autem sectari scita tyranni
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m, fs: 5\3, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
However, because they did not wish to follow the tyrant’s decrees,
CdV 1873. O quam dura necis grauiter tormenta luebant!) O quam dura necis grauiter tormenta luebant!)
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: c, pat: SSDS
oh, what harsh deadly tortures did they gravely endure!
CdV 1874. Tunc Iustina suum ferro supponere collum Tunc Iustina suum ferro supponere collum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: vcf, ta: v, pa: vc, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
At that time, Justina did not shirk from submitting her neck to the blade
CdV 1875. Sanguinis aut riuos non horret fundere fibris. Sanguinis aut riuos non horret fundere fibris.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: l, gl: aVbAB, pat: SDSS
or from pouring out streams of blood from her veins.
CdV 1876. Sic geminis felix ornatur uirgo triumphis: Sic geminis felix ornatur uirgo triumphis:
DDDD

sa: 3\3
In this way the blessed virgin was adorned by a twin triumph:
CdV 1877. Martira cum roseis rubuit ueneranda coronis, Martira cum roseis rubuit ueneranda coronis,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, pa: c, gl: AabBV, pat: DDSD
since the venerable martyr grew red with rosy crowns,
CdV 1878. Candida uirgineis florebat femina sertis; Candida uirgineis florebat femina sertis;
SDDS

fs: 3\3, pa: v, pat: DSDS
and the bright-white woman bloomed with a virgin’s garlands.
CdV 1879. Cum qua martirii meruit uexilla cruenti Cum qua martirii meruit uexilla cruenti
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
Alongside her, Cyprian, the champion of God bleeding with spilt gore,
CdV 1880. Crudus athleta Dei Cyprianus fuso cruore, Crudus athleta Dei Cyprianus fuso cruore,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: m, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSDD
merited the banners of bloody martyrdom.
CdV 1881. Sicque poli pariter scandebant sidera sancti, Sicque poli pariter scandebant sidera sancti,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, gl: ACaBb, pat: SSDS
And in this way the saints ascended together to the stars of the sky,
CdV 1882. Vt praedira necis pariter tormenta tulerunt. Vt praedira necis pariter tormenta tulerunt.
DSSS

pat: SDSS
just as they had endured together very dreadful deadly tortures.
CdV 1883. Eugeniam porro claris natalibus ortam, Eugeniam porro claris natalibus ortam,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: V?, ma: Y, e: m, pat: DSSS
What, moreover, can an unlearned bumkin ever suitably explain
CdV 1884. Gemmam uirgineo rutulantem stemmate rubram, Gemmam uirgineo rutulantem stemmate rubram,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abVAB, pat: DSDS
in metrical verses of EUGENIA, sprung from famous stock,
CdV 1885. Quis digne indoctus metrorum uersibus usquam Quis digne indoctus metrorum uersibus usquam
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DDSS
a red gem gleaming with a virginal diadem,
CdV 1886. Rusticus explanet, cuius praeconia passim Rusticus explanet, cuius praeconia passim
SDSS

caesura pattern: 4m?, fs: 2\3, ca: dV, pa: d, oa: dV, ma: Y, e: h, pat: SSSS
whose praises the wide world celebrates everywhere
CdV 1887. Latus concelebrat sub caeli cardine mundus Latus concelebrat sub caeli cardine mundus
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: fc, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
under the axis of heaven, and the hall of those on high re-echoes with harmonies?
CdV 1888. Atque supernorum reboat concentibus aula? Atque supernorum reboat concentibus aula?
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: p, pat: SSSS
Next, when she had not yet received the sacred cradling of baptism,
CdV 1889. Denique baptismi nondum cunabula sacra Denique baptismi nondum cunabula sacra
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ta: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
she venerated Christ with wondrous love
CdV 1890. Suscipiens Christum miro ueneratur amore Suscipiens Christum miro ueneratur amore
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pat: SDSS
so much so that while a woman she cut off her own hair,
CdV 1891. In tantum, ut proprios dempsisset femina crines In tantum, ut proprios dempsisset femina crines
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and having rejected her tresses, she took up the standard of Christ;
CdV 1892. Caesarie spreta sumens signacula Christi Caesarie spreta sumens signacula Christi
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and her male tonsure, disguising her sex,
CdV 1893. Ac sexum simulans posset tonsura uirilis Ac sexum simulans posset tonsura uirilis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: p, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
could by this rough reasoning in this way conceal what was hiding beneath.
CdV 1894. Hac ratione rudi sic occultare latentem. Hac ratione rudi sic occultare latentem.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
For the brave maiden, thankfully taking up
CdV 1895. Namque crucem domini sincera mente uirago Namque crucem domini sincera mente uirago
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SDDS
the Lord’s cross of with an unblemished mind,
CdV 1896. Gratulabunda uehens basternam linquit inanem Gratulabunda uehens basternam linquit inanem
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: Vc, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
left her litter empty to walk alongside the lads
CdV 1897. Pergere cum pueris, astus quos arte fefellit, Pergere cum pueris, astus quos arte fefellit,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SSSS
whom she deceived by skilful artifice,
CdV 1898. Vt remeare queat prudens per deuia uirgo Vt remeare queat prudens per deuia uirgo
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
so that as a wise virgin she might be able to pass through the byways,
CdV 1899. Passibus et properis sanctorum limina lustret Passibus et properis sanctorum limina lustret
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?, pa: n, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and pass over the thresholds of the saints,
CdV 1900. Pontificemque petens baptismi lucra capessat. Pontificemque petens baptismi lucra capessat.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: s, pat: SDSS
and, seeking out the bishop, might receive the benefits of baptism.
CdV 1901. Protinus ad sedes uenit basterna relictas; Protinus ad sedes uenit basterna relictas;
SDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, pa: V?s, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Shortly, the litter came to the dwelling that it had left;
CdV 1902. Quam ut creuere simul spretam remeare parentes, Quam ut creuere simul spretam remeare parentes,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: p, pat: SSSS
as soon as her parents perceived that it was returning, rejected,
CdV 1903. Pectora ferratis riguerunt marcida curis; Pectora ferratis riguerunt marcida curis;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, pa: ms, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
their disappointed hearts stiffened with iron-hard cares.
CdV 1904. Plurima tunc etiam fortunae casibus acta Plurima tunc etiam fortunae casibus acta
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\2, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
Then a might crowd of neighbours, also moved by the chances of fortune,
CdV 1905. Turma propinquorum questus e pectore promit Turma propinquorum questus e pectore promit
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pa: vs, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: abAB, pat: DSSS
expressed anguish from their breasts and poured forth
CdV 1906. Salsaque palpebris effundit flumina luctus: Salsaque palpebris effundit flumina luctus:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: cs, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
a salty stream of grief from their eyes;
CdV 1907. Tristia rorifluis umectant imbribus ora. Tristia rorifluis umectant imbribus ora.
SSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
they soaked their sad faces with flowing moisture-drops.
CdV 1908. Tum bino spadone fuit comitata uirago, Tum bino spadone fuit comitata uirago,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: p, gl: abAB, pat: DSDS
At that time brave maiden was accompanied by two eunuchs
CdV 1909. Suspicio ut nullam posset generare querelam. Suspicio ut nullam posset generare querelam.
DSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: Vt, ta: V, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
so that suspicion could supply no complaint.
CdV 1910. Hanc Deus insontem, pius auxiliator egentum, Hanc Deus insontem, pius auxiliator egentum,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, pat: DSSS
God, the kindly helper of those in need, protected
CdV 1911. Clementis dextrae clipeo protexit inermem, Clementis dextrae clipeo protexit inermem,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the innocent and defenceless one with the shield of his merciful right hand,
CdV 1912. Vt cecinit dudum famosus carmine uates. Vt cecinit dudum famosus carmine uates.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: l, pa: Vcl, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SSSS
as the famous prophet long ago sang in song.
CdV 1913. Nam mentita fuit strofosis lingua loquelis Nam mentita fuit strofosis lingua loquelis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: vf, ta: v, pa: v, oa: vf, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
For the tongue was lying with cunning words,
CdV 1914. Criminibus stupri nitens damnare puellam; Criminibus stupri nitens damnare puellam;
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: t, pat: DSSS
striving to damn girl with charges of debauchery.
CdV 1915. Sed pater omnipotens, qui cuncta latentia noscit, Sed pater omnipotens, qui cuncta latentia noscit,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: cf, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
But the Almighty Father, who knows all hidden things,
CdV 1916. Virginis intactae uoluit monstrare triumphos Virginis intactae uoluit monstrare triumphos
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
wished to demonstrate the triumphs of the untouched virgin
CdV 1917. Auctorem sceleris populo praesente reuincens: Auctorem sceleris populo praesente reuincens:
SSDD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, e: h, pat: SDSS
by trouncing the allegation’s author in the presence of the people.
CdV 1918. Sicut matrona stimulis agitata maligni Sicut matrona stimulis agitata maligni
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: vl, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
For just as the matron, stirred by the incitements of the evil one,
CdV 1919. Illustrem Christi famulam sermone procaci Illustrem Christi famulam sermone procaci
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, sa: c, pat: DSSD
was keen to besmirch the splendid servant of Christ
CdV 1920. Deformare studet naturae iura rescindens, Deformare studet naturae iura rescindens,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
with wanton words, annulling the laws of nature,
CdV 1921. Sic iterum infelix plebis uallante corona Sic iterum infelix plebis uallante corona
DSDS

sa: 4\2, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ha: Y, pat: aVbAB
so too the unfortunate woman, with a ring of people surrounding her,
CdV 1922. Magna cachinnantum pateretur ludicra uocum Magna cachinnantum pateretur ludicra uocum
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
suffered great insults of laughing voices,
CdV 1923. Plecteret et merito uultus confusio noxam, Plecteret et merito uultus coffusio noxam,
SSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SSSS
and the shame in her face properly punished the offence,
CdV 1924. Vt numquam dicant gentes: “Vbi est Deus eorum?” Vt numquam dicant gentes: “Vbi est Deus eorum?”
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: c, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
so that folk would never say: ‘Where is their God?’
CdV 1925. Floruit in mundo quaedam uirguncula Christi, Floruit in mundo quaedam uirguncula Christi,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
There flourished in the world a certain young virgin of Christ,
CdV 1926. Agne cui nomen prisci dixere parentes. Agne cui nomen prisci dixere parentes.
DDSS

fs: 3\2, pat: SDDS
whom her aged parents called AGNES by name.
CdV 1927. Inclita haec fuerat flagrans uirtute pudoris, - Inclita haec fuerat flagrans uirtute pudoris, -
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: m, oa: m, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
This one had been renowned as glowing with the virtue of purity,
CdV 1928. Aetatis decimus necnon et tertius annus Aetatis decimus necnon et tertius annus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
and at that point the thirteenth year of her age
CdV 1929. Fluxerat in terris - cum primo glesceret aeuo Fluxerat in terris - cum primo glesceret aeuo
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SDSS
had just passed by on earth, when she grew in her first age,
CdV 1930. Illuuiem mundi contemnens corde nefandam. Illuuiem mundi contemnens corde nefandam.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
spurning in her heart the wicked filth of the world.
CdV 1931. Sed procus illustrem praefecti filius Agnam, Sed procus illustrem praefecti filius Agnam,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: vf, ta: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
But a suitor, a Roman citizen, the son of a prefect,
CdV 1932. Qui famosus erat regali fasce, togatus Qui famosus erat regali fasce, togatus
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pat: SSSS
and someone who was famous in his royal authority,
CdV 1933. Subnixis precibus thalamis adsciscere nitens Subnixis precibus thalamis assciscere nitens
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
strove to obtain noble Agnes in marriage through persistent prayers.
CdV 1934. Aurea cum rubris offert crepundia gemmis Aurea cum rubris offert crepundia gemmis
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: vr, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
He offered a golden neck-ring with ruby gems,
CdV 1935. Necnon argenti spondendo plura talenta Necnon argenti spondendo plura talenta
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ta: r, pa: r, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
promising likewise many talents of silver;
CdV 1936. Nititur intactam donorum fallere uisco, Nititur intactam donorum fallere uisco,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DDSS
striving to lure the untouched one with the bird-lime of gifts,
CdV 1937. Sicut auem nectit nodosis retibus auceps. Sicut auem nectit nodosis retibus auceps.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: vd, ma: Y, gl: AaCVBb, pat: DDSS
as a bird-catcher traps a bird with knotty nets.
CdV 1938. Sed mox letiferam sensit uirguncula cladem, Sed mox letiferam sensit uirguncula cladem,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSDS
But straightaway the young virgin sensed the deadly disaster
CdV 1939. Crebrius hauriret si spurcas aure loquelas Crebrius hauriret si spurcas aure loquelas
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, pat: SDSS
if she should listen too often to his shameful words,
CdV 1940. Aut pulsaretur probrosis uirgo labellis: Aut pulsaretur probrosis uirgo labellis:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: SDSD
or if she, as a virgin, should be bombarded by his disgraceful kisses:
CdV 1941. Muscipulam metuens spreuit sermone petulcum. Muscipulam metuens spreuit sermone petulcum.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: vV?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
fearing such a mousetrap, she spurned the wanton one in speech.
CdV 1942. Nam sponsam potius spondebat se fore Christi Nam sponsam potius spondebat se fore Christi
DSSS

sa: 4\2, pat: abVAB
For she vowed that she would rather be Christ’s spouse,
CdV 1943. Virgineo semper seruantem foedere corpus, Virgineo semper seruantem foedere corpus,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, pat: SSSS
always preserving her body in a virginal pact.
CdV 1944. Qui se rite subarrauit cum dote fidei Qui se rite subarrauit cum dote fidei
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DDSS
And it was He who properly betrothed her with a dowry of faith
CdV 1945. Anulus et cuius sacrauit membra puellae. Anulus et cuius sacrauit membra puellae.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: Vf, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
and it was His ring that sanctified the girl’s limbs.
CdV 1946. Plurima quapropter patiens discrimina uirgo Plurima quapropter patiens discrimina uirgo
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?p, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
So for that reason, the innocent virgin, suffering
CdV 1947. Pertulit in terris insons ergastula tetra, Pertulit in terris insons ergastula tetra,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: s, pat: SDDS
very many dangers, endured vile prisons on earth.
CdV 1948. Sed prius aspectans certantis bella puellae Sed prius aspectans certantis bella puellae
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: AbvaB, pat: SDSS
But having seen the struggles of the battling maiden,
CdV 1949. Arbiter horrendas discussit carceris umbras Arbiter horrendas discussit carceris umbras
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSD
the judge dispelled the prison’s terrifying shadows
CdV 1950. Et clarum e caelo lumen de lumine fudit, Et clarum e caelo lumen de lumine fudit,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SSSS
and poured forth from heaven a clear light from light
CdV 1951. Virginis ut tenebras non ferrent lumina furuas. Virginis ut tenebras non ferrent lumina furuas.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: s, pat: SSSS
so that the virgin’s eyes might not suffer the dusky darkness.
CdV 1952. Truditur ad tetrum scortorum casta lupanar, Truditur ad tetrum scortorum casta lupanar,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: V, ca: V, ta: V, pa: fV, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Then the chaste one was shoved into a vile brothel of whores
CdV 1953. Quatenus incesti fuscetur crimine uirgo Quatenus incesti fuscetur crimine uirgo
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: v, pat: SSSS
so that the virgin might be besmirched by the sin of fornication
CdV 1954. Almaque probrosis notetur uita loquelis, Almaque probrosis notetur uita loquelis,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ta: v, pa: vf, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and her holy life be marked by disgraceful speech,
CdV 1955. Quae infamare student uernarum nomina Christi, Quae infamare student uernarum nomina Christi,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: vabBA, pat: SDSD
which seeks to stain the names of Christ’s servants,
CdV 1956. Vt lacerare solent latrantes fauce molosi. Vt lacerare solent latrantes fauce molosi.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: s, gl: abvAB, pat: SDSS
just as barking mastiffs usually tear with their jaws.
CdV 1957. Tunc procus aduenit densa comitante caterua Tunc procus aduenit densa comitante caterua
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Then the suitor approached, accompanied by a dense crowd,
CdV 1958. Garrula uerbosis contorquens spicula labris, Garrula uerbosis contorquens spicula labris,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: f, pat: DSDS
spitting chatty barbs from his loquacious lips:
CdV 1959. Quod sua dispiceret castis conubia uotis; Quod sua dispiceret castis conubia uotis;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V, ta: V?, pa: dV?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
because she had disdained their marriage by her chaste vows,
CdV 1960. Sed Deus, insontes qui semper iure triumphat, Sed Deus, insontes qui semper iure triumphat,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: V, ta: v, pa: v, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
but God, who always rightly gives the innocent the triumph,
CdV 1961. Irae caelestis punit mucrone reatum. Irae caelestis punit mucrone reatum.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, sa: l, pat: DSSD
punished his guilt with the sword of heaven’s wrath.
CdV 1962. Nam dicto citius crudeli funere uitam Nam dicto citius crudeli funere uitam
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: Vm, oa: m, ma: V, ha: Y, pat: aVbAB
For, quicker than words, he who wished to harm the saintly one
CdV 1963. Liquerat horrendi contingens tartara Ditis, Liquerat horrendi contingens tartara Ditis,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, pa: s, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
with a sinful deed gave up his life through a cruel deed
CdV 1964. Qui sanctam uoluit maculoso laedere gestu. Qui sanctam uoluit maculoso laedere gestu.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ta: d, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, gl: aAbCB, pat: SDSS
and reached the infernal regions of horrifying Dis.
CdV 1965. Mox igitur precibus disrupit uincula mortis Mox igitur precibus disrupit uincula mortis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
Straightaway, therefore, she broke death’s shackles with prayers,
CdV 1966. Pallida purpureo restaurans membra colore, Pallida purpureo restaurans membra colore,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: sc, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
restoring with rosy hue his pallid limbs
CdV 1967. Quae mulcata prius torpebant frigore leti, Quae mulcata prius torpebant frigore leti,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
which were stiff after having been punished in the chill of death.
CdV 1968. Quatenus inde forent laudis praeconia Christo, Quatenus inde forent laudis praeconia Christo,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: s, gl: abVAB, pat: SDDS
so that as a result of that there would be paeans of praise for Christ,
CdV 1969. Vnde prius fuerant spurcis ludibria uerbis. Vnde prius fuerant spurcis ludibria uerbis.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: ps, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
where previously there had been insults in vile words.
CdV 1970. Nam Constantinam sanauit tumba sepulcri Nam Constantinam sanauit tumba sepulcri
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
For the tomb of the sepulchre and the coffin
CdV 1971. Et sarcofagus, qua pausant membra puellae, Et sarcofagus, qua pausant membra puellae,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
wherein the girl’s limbs rested, cured Constantina
CdV 1972. Vt merito posset regnantis filia regis Vt merito posset regnantis filia regis
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pat: DDDS
so that the daughter of the ruling king
CdV 1973. Aeterno regi regum, qui regnat in aethra, Aeterno regi regum, qui regnat in aethra,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SDSS
could rightly render mighty thanks for the life restored
CdV 1974. Reddere magnificas pro uita sospite grates. Reddere magnificas pro uita sospite grates.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, e: m, pat: SSDS
to the eternal King of Kings, who rules in heaven.
CdV 1975. Virgo dicata Deo florebat tempore prisco, - Virgo dicata Deo florebat tempore prisco, -
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, pa: cp, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
A virgin dedicated to God flourished in ancient times;
CdV 1976. Nomine hanc Teclam ueteres dixere parentes - Nomine hanc Teclam ueteres dixere parentes -
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
her aged parents called her THECLA by name,
CdV 1977. Quae conuersa fuit sacrato dogmate Pauli Quae conuersa fuit sacrato dogmate Pauli
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSDS
and she was converted by the sacred teaching of Paul
CdV 1978. Et Christum sequitur conubia pacta relinquens. Et Christum sequitur conubia pacta relinquens.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: t, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
and followed Christ, renouncing marriage-contracts.
CdV 1979. Virginitatis amor flagrans in corde puellae Virginitatis amor flagrans in corde puellae
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
The love of virginity burning in the girl’s heart
CdV 1980. Dulcia mundanae spreuit consortia uitae; Dulcia mundanae spreuit consortia uitae;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
spurned the sweet partnerships of worldly life;
CdV 1981. In qua fundauit caelestis gratia mentem, In qua fundauit caelestis gratia mentem,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: AaVBC, pat: DDSS
heavenly grace strengthened her mind in this,
CdV 1982. Saecula quam penitus numquam mollire ualebant, Saecula quam penitus numquam mollire ualebant,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V, pa: cV, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
she whom the world could never soften in any way,
CdV 1983. Durior ut ferro foret ad tormenta cruenta. Durior ut ferro foret ad tormenta cruenta.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
so that she would be harder than iron in the face of bloody tortures.
CdV 1984. Hanc pater et genetrix pactis sponsalibus ambo Hanc pater et genetrix pactis sponsalibus ambo
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: v, pat: SSSS
Her mother and father, having arranged a betrothal,
CdV 1985. Ad stirpem generis satagebant dedere nuptis, Ad stirpem generis satagebant dedere nuptis,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSSS
both busied themselves to give her in marriage in order to produce offspring;
CdV 1986. Sed mens uirgineis ardescens torrida flammis Sed mens uirgineis ardescens torrida flammis
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
but her mind, burning brightly with virginal flames,
CdV 1987. Gurgite mundano perfusa tepescere nescit, Gurgite mundano perfusa tepescere nescit,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, e: m, pat: DSSS
declined to be cooled when drenched in worldly water,
CdV 1988. Quamuis uerborum rorarent imbre parentes, Quamuis uerborum rorarent imbre parentes,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: d, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
even though her parents rained down upon her with a storm of words,
CdV 1989. Sicut nimbosis stillabant aethera guttis. Sicut nimbosis stillabant aethera guttis.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
just as the heavens shower down tempestuous drops.
CdV 1990. Propterea focus et flagrans accenditur ignis: Propterea focus et flagrans accenditur ignis:
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V?, ma: Y, e: ?, pat: SDSS
As a result, the furnace and blazing flame were lit:
CdV 1991. Vulcanus late feruebat torribus atris, Vulcanus late feruebat torribus atris,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SDSS
Vulcan raged widely with black firebrands,
CdV 1992. Vt uirgo felix ferret tormenta rogorum Vt uirgo felix ferret tormenta rogorum
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: AbBa, pat: SDSS
so that the blessed virgin might suffer the pyres’ torments,
CdV 1993. Consumptura piam falso sine crimine carnem. Consumptura piam falso sine crimine carnem.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SDSS
about to consume her blessed flesh unsullied by sin.
CdV 1994. Tali femineam sontes molimine spinam Tali femineam sontes molimine spinam
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DDSS
With such an undertaking the guilty ones were keen to torture
CdV 1995. Excruciare student, membratim quatenus ossa, Excruciare student, membratim quatenus ossa,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: u, ca: f, oa: f, ma: Y, e: m, pat: DSSS
her womanly backbone; so that limb by limb, , if that were possible
CdV 1996. Si fieri posset, uacuarent cruda medullis; Si fieri posset, uacuarent cruda medullis;
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, pa: V, oa: Vp, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
her bloody bones would be emptied of marrow.
CdV 1997. Sed Deus aeterna defendit ab arce puellam, Sed Deus aeterna defendit ab arce puellam,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: s, pat: DSSS
But God protected the girl from his eternal citadel,
CdV 1998. Vt uoti compos flammas euaderet ignis. Vt uoti compos flammas euaderet ignis.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, ma: Y, gl: aBAVb, pat: SDSS
so that she, her wish granted, might escape the fire’s flames.
CdV 1999. Truditur ad rictus uirgo laceranda leonum, Truditur ad rictus uirgo laceranda leonum,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pa: c, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: SSSS
Then the virgin was shoved towards lions’ jaws of to be mangled,
CdV 2000. Diris ut rodant muliebres morsibus artus; Diris ut rodant muliebres morsibus artus;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
so that they would gnaw her lady’s limbs with grim bites.
CdV 2001. Bestia sed sacrum non audet carpere corpus Bestia sed sacrum non audet carpere corpus
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: sd, pa: vs, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
But no beast dared to snatch at her sacred body,
CdV 2002. Defensante Deo deuotae membra puellae, Defensante Deo deuotae membra puellae,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: t, oa: t, ma: Y, gl: BaAb, pat: DSSS
since God was defending her devout limbs, although it would
CdV 2003. Dum tenerae carni non usquam sponte pepercit. Dum tenerae carni non usquam sponte pepercit.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
never have spared the tender flesh of its own accord.
CdV 2004. Sic sator electis, cum mundi scammate certant, Sic sator electis, cum mundi scammate certant,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: c, pa: v, ma: Y, gl: AaVBab, pat: DDSS
Thus the creator grants the golden prizes of the heavenly kingdom
CdV 2005. Aurea caelestis largitur praemia regni. Aurea caelestis largitur praemia regni.
SDDS

sa: 4\3, ta: t, pa: t, oa: t, ha: Y
upon the chosen when they struggle in the worldly arena.
CdV 2006. Haec suprema suae decorauit tempora uitae Haec suprema suae decorauit tempora uitae
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
She adorned the last hours of her life:
CdV 2007. Purpureo sanctam perfundens sanguine carnem, Purpureo sanctam perfundens sanguine carnem,
DDSS

sa: 3\2, ca: v, ta: V, pa: V, oa: Vt, ma: V, ha: Y
drenching her holy body in purple blood,
CdV 2008. Martira perpetui dum scandit limina caeli. Martira perpetui dum scandit limina caeli.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 3\3, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
while as a martyr she ascended to the threshold of eternal heaven.
CdV 2009. Eulaliam prosae uulgatam laudibus olim Eulaliam prosae uulgatam laudibus olim
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: n, pat: SSSS
Now let these metrical songs embark on honouring
CdV 2010. Metrica nunc studeant uenerari carmina sanctam, Metrica nunc studeant uenerari carmina sanctam,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
blessed EULALAIA, previously made known by praises in prose!
CdV 2011. Quae mortale nihil uano dilexit amore Quae mortale nihil uano dilexit amore
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: d, pat: DSSS
She loved nothing mortal with empty love,
CdV 2012. Nec quicquam in mundo satagit praeferre Tonanti, Nec quicquam in mundo satagit praeferre Tonanti,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pat: DSSS
nor did she endeavour to prefer anything in the world to the Thunderer.
CdV 2013. Sed cunctas pariter pompas contempsit opimas, Sed cunctas pariter pompas contempsit opimas,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, pat: DSSS
Instead, she despised equally all splendid displays
CdV 2014. Funditus ut spretis caeni squalentis adinstar Funditus ut spretis caeni squalentis adinstar
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, gl: abvAB, pat: SDSS
so that, having spurned utterly the delights of treasure
CdV 2015. Diliciis gazae sequeretur libera Christum! Diliciis gazae sequeretur libera Christum!
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m, fs: 5\2, ca: Vc, ta: V, pa: Vc, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
as if it were dirty filth, she might follow Christ freely.
CdV 2016. Hinc thalami luxus et gaudia blanda tororum Hinc thalami luxus et gaudia blanda tororum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, pa: l, oa: l, ma: Y, gl: avbAB, pat: c
As a result, she despised the luxuries of the marital bed
CdV 2017. Atque caducorum sortem dispexit honorum, Atque caducorum sortem dispexit honorum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: V?v, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and the pleasing joys of marriage, as well as the fortune of transitory glories,
CdV 2018. Quatenus in caelis castae uirtutis amator Quatenus in caelis castae uirtutis amator
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, ca: f, ta: f, pa: cf, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
so that in heaven the lover of chaste virtue,
CdV 2019. Arbiter omnipotens impendat praemia uitae, Arbiter omnipotens impendat praemia uitae,
DDSS

sa: 4\2, ta: p, pa: p, oa: p, ha: Y
the almighty judge, might proffer the prize of life,
CdV 2020. Qui solet assiduis castos armare triumphis Qui solet assiduis castos armare triumphis
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d?, fs: 3\3, e: m, pat: DDSS
he who was accustomed to arm the chaste in constant triumphs
CdV 2021. Militibusque suis portam reserare per aethram, Militibusque suis portam reserare per aethram,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
and to open the gate into heaven to his warriors
CdV 2022. Dum uincunt sancti fallentis proelia mundi Dum uincunt sancti fallentis proelia mundi
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: r, pat: DSSS
while the saints are victorious in the battles of this beguiling world
CdV 2023. Atque coronatis gestant uexilla maniplis. Atque coronatis gestant uexilla maniplis.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and bear their banners in crowned companies.
CdV 2024. Tempore Gothorum fuerat uirguncula quaedam, Tempore Gothorum fuerat uirguncula quaedam,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, pa: s, ma: Y, gl: AabVB, pat: DSSS
At the time of the Goths there was a certain young virgin
CdV 2025. Quae proprium ex scola sumpsit Scolastica nomen. Quae proprium ex scola sumpsit Scolastica nomen.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SDSS
who, because of her schooling, took SCHOLASTICA as her own name.
CdV 2026. Hanc Deus ubertim caelesti munere ditat, Hanc Deus ubertim caelesti munere ditat,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
God abundantly enriched her with a heavenly gift,
CdV 2027. Aurea uirgineo lucrantem praemia uoto. Aurea uirgineo lucrantem praemia uoto.
SDSS

sa: 4\2, oa: f, ma: f, ha: Y
and she gained golden prizes by her virginal vow of.
CdV 2028. De qua hoc praecipuum uitae rumusculus almae De qua hoc praecipuum uitae rumusculus almae
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, pa: np, oa: n, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
The reputation of her pious life made this especially known,
CdV 2029. Deuulgare solet, latus qua tenditur orbis, Deuulgare solet, latus qua tenditur orbis,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSS
wherever the wide world extends, that this virgin,
CdV 2030. Quod fratrem sibimet germano foedere uinctum Quod fratrem sibimet germano foedere uinctum
SDSS

sa: 4\2, oa: p
by earnest entreaties sought to press her brother,
CdV 2031. Subnixis precibus gestit compellere uirgo, Subnixis precibus gestit compellere uirgo,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
who was bound to her by a fraternal bond,
CdV 2032. Quatenus acciperent sacrorum dulcia noctu Quatenus acciperent sacrorum dulcia noctu
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: s, pat: SSDS
so that at night they might receive
CdV 2033. Fercula librorum et sancti conuiuia uerbi, Fercula librorum et sancti conuiuia uerbi,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the sweet dishes of sacred books and the banquets of the holy word,
CdV 2034. E quibus affatim saturantur pectora plebis E quibus affatim saturantur pectora plebis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
from which the hearts of people are plentifully filled
CdV 2035. Atque saginantur sanctorum corda uirorum. Atque saginantur sanctorum corda uirorum.
SDSS

fs: 4d, sa: 3\2, ca: d, ta: d, pa: d, oa: d, ma: d, ha: Y, h: m
and the hearts of holy men are nourished.
CdV 2036. Sed fidus precibus frater non flectitur ullis, Sed fidus precibus frater non flectitur ullis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 3\3, ca: sV?, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
But her faithful brother was not swayed by any of her entreaties;
CdV 2037. Quin immo sanctam contempsit uoce sororem. Quin immo sanctam contempsit uoce sororem.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: v, gl: AabCB, pat: DSSS
and moreover in his words slighted his holy sister.
CdV 2038. Tum uirgo Christum pulsabat corde benignum, Tum uirgo Christum pulsabat corde benignum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, gl: AabBC, pat: DDSS
Thereupon the girl began to bombard kindly Christ in her heart
CdV 2039. Vt sibi dignetur uulnus sanare doloris. Vt sibi dignetur uulnus sanare doloris.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: AaBVb, pat: DDDS
that he might deign to heal the wound of her sorrow.
CdV 2040. Mox igitur caelum nimboso turbine totum Mox igitur caelum nimboso turbine totum
SDSS

sa: 3\2
Straightaway therefore the whole sky grew dark with a cloudy storm
CdV 2041. Et conuexa poli nigrescunt aethere furuo: Et conuexa poli nigrescunt aethere furuo:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m, fs: 5\2, pa: m, pat: DSSS
and the vaults of heaven by the dusky air.
CdV 2042. Murmura uasta tonant flammis commixta coruscis Murmura uasta tonant flammis commixta coruscis
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SSSS
Mighty rumblings thundered, mixed in with flashing flames,
CdV 2043. Et tremuit tellus magno tremibunda fragore; Et tremuit tellus magno tremibunda fragore;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and the trembling earth quaked with a great crash;
CdV 2044. Vmida rorifluis umectant uellera guttis Vmida rorifluis umectant uellera guttis
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
damp fleecy clouds dripped with dewy drops
CdV 2045. Irrigat et terram tenebrosis imbribus aer; Irrigat et terram tenebrosis imbribus aer;
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SSSS
and the air drenched the earth with dark showers;
CdV 2046. Complentur ualles et larga fluenta redundant. Complentur ualles et larga fluenta redundant.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the valleys were filled, and huge floods overflowed.
CdV 2047. Tunc mansit nolens, qui pridem sponte negauit, Tunc mansit nolens, qui pridem sponte negauit,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
Then he remained unwillingly, who of his own accord had previously denied
CdV 2048. Quod germana petit deplorans anxia curis. Quod germana petit deplorans anxia curis.
DSSS

fs: 3\3, pa: c, pat: SDSD
what his sorrowful sister in had sought anxiously in her cares.
CdV 2049. Sic Deus auscultat deuota mente rogantes, Sic Deus auscultat deuota mente rogantes,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 3\3, ca: p, ta: s, pa: sp, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
Thus, God hears those who pray with a devoted mind,
CdV 2050. Quamlibet a nullo solandi uerba capessant. Quamlibet a nullo solandi uerba capessant.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: c, pat: DSDS
even though they receive no words of comfort from anyone.
CdV 2051. Nobilis in Roma uixit pulcherrima uirgo Nobilis in Roma uixit pulcherrima uirgo
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: t, pa: t, oa: t, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
A noble and very beautiful virgin, CONSTANTINA,
CdV 2052. Constantina nouae praebens spectacula uitae Constantina nouae praebens spectacula uitae
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: fs, pa: cf, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
lived in Rome, offering demonstrations of the new life
CdV 2053. Omnibus, integre qui conuersarier optant Omnibus, integre qui conuersarier optant
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
to all those who choose to pass their lives chastely,
CdV 2054. Lurida linquentes ueteris contagia uitae. Lurida linquentes ueteris contagia uitae.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 5\2, pat: DDSS
abandoning the foul contaminations of their old life.
CdV 2055. Haec, inquam, uirgo caelesti freta patrono Haec, inquam, uirgo caelesti freta patrono
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pat: DSSS
This virgin, I say, relying on her heavenly patron,
CdV 2056. Contempsit mundum felix cum flore uirentem, Contempsit mundum felix cum flore uirentem,
DDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, pa: ps, ma: Y, gl: AbCaB, pat: DDDS
blessedly scorned the world thriving in its showiness,
CdV 2057. Arida ceu paleae proiecta peripsema sordent; Arida ceu paleae proiecta peripsema sordent;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
like the dry debris of husks cast-off and spurned.
CdV 2058. Vtque magis stupeas, rumorem aduerte parentum! Vtque magis stupeas, rumorem aduerte parentum!
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
And so that you may be still more stunned, take heed of the reputation of her parents!
CdV 2059. Nam pater auguste regnorum sceptra gubernans Nam pater auguste regnorum sceptra gubernans
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: Vr, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
For her father, imperially governing the control of kingdoms,
CdV 2060. Imperium mundi Christo regnante regebat, Imperium mundi Christo regnante regebat,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SDSS
ruled the empire of the world while Christ reigned,
CdV 2061. Qui Constantinus sortitur nomen in aeuum. Qui Constantinus sortitur nomen in aeuum.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V?v, ma: Y, pat: SSDD
and he received the name Constantine for ever.
CdV 2062. Hic sobolem sanctam miro dilexit amore, Hic sobolem sanctam miro dilexit amore,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: avbBA, pat: DDSS
This man adored his holy offspring with wondrous love,
CdV 2063. Dum uitae merito late praeconia cursant. Dum uitae merito late praeconia cursant.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
while life’s praises rightly passed widely .
CdV 2064. Quam pater intactam summus sub dote spopondit, Quam pater intactam summus sub dote spopondit,
SDSS

sa: 2\3
This most distinguished father pledged the maiden in marriage with a dowry,
CdV 2065. Felix uirgineis cum iam pubesceret annis; Felix uirgineis cum iam pubesceret annis;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
once she had already grown to adolescence in a virgin’s years.
CdV 2066. Namque proco fuerat, quo non praestantior alter Namque proco fuerat, quo non praestantior alter
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, gl: aBAVb, pat: SSSD
For she had been pledged to an upright suitor,
CdV 2067. Regibus escepiis, mundum qui iure gubernant, Regibus escepiis, mundum qui iure gubernant,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SSSS
a man more eminent than anyone apart from kings
CdV 2068. Desponsata probo pactis sponsalibus arrae; Desponsata probo pactis sponsalibus arrae;
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: d, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
who rightly control the world, and the bride price had been promised.
CdV 2069. Sed Deus integram satagens seruare puellam Sed Deus integram satagens seruare puellam
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, gl: AaBVb, pat: DDDS
But, God, taking pains to keep the girl intact,
CdV 2070. Satrapae mentem stimulis compungit acutis, Satrapae mentem stimulis compungit acutis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSS
inspired the mind of that nobleman with acute compunction,
CdV 2071. Funditus ut pompas saecli spreuisset opimas Funditus ut pompas saecli spreuisset opimas
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m, fs: 5\3, sa: V?, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSDD
so that he utterly spurned the rich worldly displays,
CdV 2072. Mallet et immunis regi famularier alto Mallet et immunis regi famularier alto
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: l, ca: l, ta: l, pa: l, oa: l, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and, being uncorrupted, preferred to serve the High King
CdV 2073. Diliciis mundi quam opulentis degere diues; Diliciis mundi quam opulentis degere diues;
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, pat: SSSS
rather than live a wealthy man in fine delights of the world,
CdV 2074. Cui sic euenit miranda salutis origo. Cui sic euenit miranda salutis origo.
DSSS

sa: 3\3, ta: c, oa: V, ma: V, ha: Y
and in this way the wondrous start of salvation came about for him.
CdV 2075. Tempore nam quodam diris exercitus armis Tempore nam quodam diris exercitus armis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
For at a certain time the Scythian army were advancing with grim weapons, ,
CdV 2076. Scythicus adueniens densa stipante caterua Scythicus adueniens densa stipante caterua
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, e: ?, pat: DDSS
in a densely crowded formation
CdV 2077. Hostibus innumeris Traciam uastabat inertem. Hostibus innumeris Traciam uastabat inertem.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: AaVBb, pat: SSDS
and began to devastate feeble Thrace with unnumbered aggressors.
CdV 2078. Tum gener Augusti uallatur milite paruo; Tum gener Augusti uallatur milite paruo;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SSDS
At that time, the emperor’s [prospective] son-in-law was defended by few warriors.
CdV 2079. Moenibus inclusus mox propugnacula scandit, Moenibus inclusus mox propugnacula scandit,
SSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: V, pat: abVBA
Straightaway, enclosed within the walls, he mounted the parapets,
CdV 2080. Armis diffisus saeuo grassante tumultu, Armis diffisus saeuo grassante tumultu,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 3\3, ca: p, pat: DDDD
having no faith in weapons with the grim mob menacing:
CdV 2081. Esset ut horrendae crudescens mortis imago Esset ut horrendae crudescens mortis imago
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: t, pa: t, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
so that there was a terrifying spectre of horrendous death
CdV 2082. Et desperatus torperet miles in urbe. Et desperatus torperet miles in urbe.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: s, pa: V, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and his desperate warriors were paralysed in the city.
CdV 2083. Tunc consul, Paulo necnon hortante Iohanne, Tunc consul, Paulo necnon hortante Iohanne,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DDSS
Then, the nobleman, with the encouragement of Paul and John,
CdV 2084. Ocius excelso deuotus uota spopondit, Ocius excelso deuotus uota spopondit,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: fv, ta: f, pa: fv, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
swiftly swore an oath and pledged vows to the one on high
CdV 2085. Vt saluatori reliquum seruiret in aeuum Vt saluatori reliquum seruiret in aeuum
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: AbVaB, pat: DDSS
that he would serve the Saviour for the rest of his life,
CdV 2086. Christicola clarus dilubra uetusta relinquens, Christicola clarus dilubra uetusta relinquens,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSS
abandoning the ancient temple, as a noble Christian,
CdV 2087. Si populi strages et saeua pericla duelli Si populi strages et saeua pericla duelli
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, pat: SSSS
if the customary mercy of Christ would take away at once
CdV 2088. Protinus auferret solita clementia Christi Protinus auferret solita clementia Christi
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: t, pa: t, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
the slaughter of the people and the grim perils of battle,
CdV 2089. Temperiem reddens discusso turbine belli. Temperiem reddens discusso turbine belli.
SDSS

sa: 2\3
restoring calm once the whirlwind of war was dispelled.
CdV 2090. Quae cum dicta forent spondentis uoce sequestra, Quae cum dicta forent spondentis uoce sequestra,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pa: Vs, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
When these mediating words were spoken in the voice of one making a vow,
CdV 2091. Extemplo Christi sensit solacia praetor Extemplo Christi sensit solacia praetor
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: m, pa: c, oa: m, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
the nobleman immediately felt Christ’s consolation ,
CdV 2092. Caelicolis superis mos defendentibus urbem, Caelicolis superis mos defendentibus urbem,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: m, pat: DDSS
with heavenly citizens from on high straightaway defending the city,
CdV 2093. Aemula dum passim uerterunt terga falanges Aemula dum passim uerterunt terga falanges
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pat: DDSS
as the enemy troops retreated everywhere,
CdV 2094. Pace salutiferis populum stipante coronis. Pace salutiferis populum stipante coronis.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
as peace pressed in on the people with its healing crown.
CdV 2095. Denique dum uoti remeasset compos ad urbem Denique dum uoti remeasset compos ad urbem
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: lc, pa: c, ma: Y, gl: aAbBV, pat: DSSS
At last, with his prayers answered, the leader returned to the city ,
CdV 2096. Compta triumphorum sortitus labara princeps Compta triumphorum sortitus labara princeps
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
having received wreathed banners of triumph
CdV 2097. Inclita Romanis reuehens ex hoste tropea, Inclita Romanis reuehens ex hoste tropea,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: m, oa: m, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
and bringing back from the enemy famous trophies to the Romans ,
CdV 2098. Seruorum decies quingentos liberat heros, Seruorum decies quingentos liberat heros,
SSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: b, pa: V, oa: Vb, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
that hero set free ten times five hundred slaves,
CdV 2099. Hoc est uernarum famulantia milia quinque Hoc est uernarum famulantia milia quinque
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: l, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
which is to say five thousand serving servants,
CdV 2100. Participes faciens Romanis ciuibus omnes. Participes faciens Romanis ciuibus omnes.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: d, ma: Y, gl: AbVaB, pat: DDSS
making every one of those companions Roman citizens.
CdV 2101. Nec petit Augustum pactam sibi reddere sponsam Nec petit Augustum pactam sibi reddere sponsam
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: vc, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Nor did he ask Constantine to grant him the bride betrothed,
CdV 2102. Coniugium penitus famosum sponte recusans; Coniugium penitus famosum sponte recusans;
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: sV?, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
but of his own accord he utterly refused the famous match.
CdV 2103. Spreuit opum nodos mundique reliquit habenas, Spreuit opum nodos mundique reliquit habenas,
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pat: SSSS
He spurned the bonds of wealth and abandoned the reins of the world,
CdV 2104. Vt pauper Christum miles sequeretur egentem Vt pauper Christum miles sequeretur egentem
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
so that as a poor warrior he might follow Christ in his need,
CdV 2105. Iam factis complens scripturae dicta loquentis: Iam factis complens scripturae dicta loquentis:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
now fulfilling by his deeds the words of scripture saying:
CdV 2106. “Vota uouete Deo reddentes debita pacta!” “Vota uouete Deo reddentes debita pacta!”
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: V?, pa: cV?, ma: Y, gl: aAVBb, pat: DSSD
‘Make vows to God, and pay the pledges owed’.
CdV 2107. Sic Deus omnipotens famulam protexit amantem, Sic Deus omnipotens famulam protexit amantem,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
In this way almighty God protected his loving servant,
CdV 2108. Vocibus assiduis pulsantem regna Tonantis, Vocibus assiduis pulsantem regna Tonantis,
SSDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, pa: V, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
who had entreated the kingdom of the Thunderer with an insistent voice,
CdV 2109. Vt se seruaret sator, integritatis amator, Vt se seruaret sator, integritatis amator,
DSSS

sa: 3\3, oa: V?, ha: Y, pat: abba
so that the creator, a lover of chastity, might keep safe
CdV 2110. Lurida linquentem scaeui colludia luxus. Lurida linquentem scaeui colludia luxus.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, sa: v, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, ma: Y, gl: Abab, pat: SSSD
the one who had abandoned the ghastly obscenities of wicked luxury.
CdV 2111. Plures nam Christo conuertit dogmate turmas Plures nam Christo conuertit dogmate turmas
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: p, pat: DDDD
For he converted many multitudes to Christ by teaching,
CdV 2112. Exemplo simul et celebri rumore coruscans; Exemplo simul et celebri rumore coruscans;
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SDSS
shining likewise by example and celebrated fame.
CdV 2113. Vberius pandunt geminae quod forte sorores Vberius pandunt geminae quod forte sorores
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
By chance, twin sisters made that abundantly clear,
CdV 2114. Attica et Arthemia praetoris sanguine cretae, Attica et Arthemia praetoris sanguine cretae,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Attica and Artemia, born of the blood of that nobleman,
CdV 2115. Quem Gallicanum uocitabant saecula prisca. Quem Gallicanum uocitabant saecula prisca.
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: p, pat: SDSS
the [suitor] whom ancient times called Gallicanus.
CdV 2116. Praefatas cuius soboles regina monebat, Praefatas cuius soboles regina monebat,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
The queen [Constantina] urged the aforementioned offspring
CdV 2117. Virgineum castis ut seruent gestibus aeuum; Virgineum castis ut seruent gestibus aeuum;
DDDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, pa: cp, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
to keep their life virginal through chaste bearing,
CdV 2118. Florida quae pariter meruere tropea pudoris, Florida quae pariter meruere tropea pudoris,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: cV, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: aBVbA, pat: DDSS
and they equally deserved the glorious trophies trophy of chastity
CdV 2119. Dum mundum linquunt transacto tempore uitae Dum mundum linquunt transacto tempore uitae
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: Vs, ma: Y, gl: aAvbB, pat: SSSD
when they left the world after their time of life had been completed
CdV 2120. Et faustae properant ad caeli sidera sursum. Et faustae properant ad caeli sidera sursum.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: s, pat: DSSS
and, being blessed, they hastened to the stars of heaven above.
CdV 2121. Nec minus interea Romae tiruncula Christi Nec minus interea Romae tiruncula Christi
DDDS

sa: 3\2, ta: s, oa: s, ma: s, ha: Y
Nor the less meanwhile, there flourished in Rome a young recruit of Christ,
CdV 2122. Floruit Eustochium, uenerandae filia Paulae, Floruit Eustochium, uenerandae filia Paulae,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
EUSTOCHIUM, daughter of the venerable Paula.
CdV 2123. Infula quam nitidae comebat casta iuuentae Infula quam nitidae comebat casta iuuentae
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: sV?, ma: Y, gl: CaBbA, pat: DDDD
She kept the rules of chastity according to angelic laws
CdV 2124. Legibus angelicis seruantem iura pudoris, Legibus angelicis seruantem iura pudoris,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, ca: V?, pa: c, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and the chaste sign of sparkling youth adorned her,
CdV 2125. Quamuis Blesellam saecli fortuna sororem Quamuis Blesellam saecli fortuna sororem
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?, ma: Y, gl: ABaAB, pat: DDSS
although worldly chance tied her sister
CdV 2126. Necteret ad thalami copulam taedasque iugales Necteret ad thalami copulam taedasque iugales
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: ACbBa, pat: DSSS
Blesella to the union of the marriage-bed and the nuptial torches,
CdV 2127. Vincula comptorum passuram blanda tororum; Vincula comptorum passuram blanda tororum;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, gl: abVAB, pat: DSDS
so that she was to suffer the seductive constraints of a well-kept marriage.
CdV 2128. Attamen ereptum sic luxit sponsa pudorem, Attamen ereptum sic luxit sponsa pudorem,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: s, ca: s, ta: s, pa: ps, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: aABbV, pat: DDSD
Nonetheless, in this way the betrothed regretted that her chastity had been snatched
CdV 2129. Cum uir mundanae clausisset limina metae, Cum uir mundanae clausisset limina metae,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
when her husband came to the end of his earthly limit,
CdV 2130. Plangere ceu solet ablatum matrona maritum, Plangere ceu solet ablatum matrona maritum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
just as a matron bemoans the man taken from her
CdV 2131. Anxia dum queritur singultu funera sponsi. Anxia dum queritur singultu funera sponsi.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
while with sobbing she anxiously lament’s her spouse’s passing.
CdV 2132. Hos igitur threnus, quos mundi fata facessunt Hos igitur threnus, quos mundi fata facessunt
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: Vc, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Yet such grief, which the world’s fortunes bring about
CdV 2133. Letifer et morbus crudeli calce lacessit, Letifer et morbus crudeli calce lacessit,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: aBbAC, pat: SDSS
and deadly disease, with its cruel closure, incites,
CdV 2134. Eustochium lacrimis uirgo non sensit amaris Eustochium lacrimis uirgo non sensit amaris
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Eustochium, a virgin, did not feel with bitter tears,
CdV 2135. Mellea mundani temnens contagia luxus. Mellea mundani temnens contagia luxus.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: AaVbBC, pat: DDDS
as she spurned the sweet taint of worldly pleasure.
CdV 2136. Aspidis ut morsum spernebat basia buccis, Aspidis ut morsum spernebat basia buccis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DDSS
She spurned kisses on her mouth like the bite of an asp,
CdV 2137. Dulcia sed Christi compressit labra labellis, Dulcia sed Christi compressit labra labellis,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
but pressed the sweet lips of Christ to her little lips
CdV 2138. Oscula dum supero defixit limpida sponso, Oscula dum supero defixit limpida sponso,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SDDS
while she planted unblemished kisses on her supreme spouse,
CdV 2139. Vt cecinit quondam famoso carmine princeps, Vt cecinit quondam famoso carmine princeps,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
as once that prince who held the kingdom’s power
CdV 2140. Qui sceptrum regni Solimis erexit in aruis Qui sceptrum regni Solimis erexit in aruis
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
in the lands of Jerusalem sang in famous song,
CdV 2141. Personam Christi sponsali dramate sumens. Personam Christi sponsali dramate sumens.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
partaking on the role of Christ in a drama of betrothal.
CdV 2142. Sic, inquam, uoti uixit uirguncula compos, Sic, inquam, uoti uixit uirguncula compos,
DSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SDDS
In this way, I say, having obtained her wish, the little virgin lived
CdV 2143. Vt merito fama reliquum celebretur in aeuum. Vt merito fama reliquum celebretur in aeuum.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: p, pa: pd, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
so that she might deservedly be celebrated in fame for the rest of time.
CdV 2144. Cui sacer interpres conscripsit opuscula plura, Cui sacer interpres conscripsit opuscula plura,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, gl: VaBbA, pat: DSSS
The sacred interpreter [Jerome] wrote many little works for her;
CdV 2145. Qui rudis et ueteris digessit famina legis Qui rudis et ueteris digessit famina legis
DDSS

sa: 2\3, ca: u, ta: f, pa: f, oa: f, ha: Y
and he explained the sayings of the New and Old Testaments,
CdV 2146. Ebrea Romulidis uertens oracula linguis Ebrea Romulidis uertens oracula linguis
SDDS

fs: 3\2, pat: DDSS
rendering Hebrew scriptures into the Roman tongue
CdV 2147. Necnon Argolicas Italo sermone loquelas; Necnon Argolicas Italo sermone loquelas;
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: l, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and Greek discourse into the Latin language.
CdV 2148. Idem translator biblis opulentus opacis Idem translator biblis opulentus opacis
DDDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: V, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
The same translator, rich in obscure books,
CdV 2149. Transtulit in Latium peregrina uolumina pandens Transtulit in Latium peregrina uolumina pandens
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: n, pat: SSSS
brought over into the Latin world and revealed foreign volumes;
CdV 2150. Thesaurosque simul librorum forte Pelasgos Thesaurosque simul librorum forte Pelasgos
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: vc, pa: c, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and likewise by chance brought to light the Greek treasure-stores of books
CdV 2151. Edidit in lucem, quos bargina texerat umbra Edidit in lucem, quos bargina texerat umbra
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: ps, pa: s, ma: Y, gl: ABabV, pat: DDSS
which a foreign shadow had covered over,
CdV 2152. Clauibus Ausoniae uerbi clustella resoluens. Clauibus Ausoniae uerbi clustella resoluens.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, ta: p, pa: cp, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
unlocking the confines of phrasing with the keys of Latin.
CdV 2153. Tomum praeterea comptum sermone polito Tomum praeterea comptum sermone polito
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Moreover, the same teacher composed a written work
CdV 2154. Ad famulam Christi scripsit dedasculus idem, Ad famulam Christi scripsit dedasculus idem,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: cV?, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
adorned in polished speech to that servant of Christ
CdV 2155. In quo pinguntur castae praeconia uitae, In quo pinguntur castae praeconia uitae,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, gl: avbBA, pat: DSSD
in which are depicted the proclamations of the chaste life
CdV 2156. Qualibus integritas ornetur candida sertis Qualibus integritas ornetur candida sertis
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: t, ca: t, ta: t, pa: t, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and with what kind crowns by which bright-white chastity is adorned,
CdV 2157. Immunes artus seruans sine sorde petulca. Immunes artus seruans sine sorde petulca.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
keeping limbs unblemished, without licentious stain,
CdV 2158. Sic soboles Paulae degit lectissima uirgo, Sic soboles Paulae degit lectissima uirgo,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
In this way did Paula’s daughter live as a most select virgin
CdV 2159. Donec supremam clausissent saecula metam; Donec supremam clausissent saecula metam;
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pa: sp, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
until her lifetime had reached final limit;
CdV 2160. Aurea tum propere penetrarat regna polorum Aurea tum propere penetrarat regna polorum
DDDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, pat: DDSS
then rapidly her spirit crossed over into the golden kingdoms of heaven,
CdV 2161. Spiritus, ad superas anima remeante cateruas. Spiritus, ad superas anima remeante cateruas.
DSSS

sa: 3\2, oa: c
with her soul returning to the celestial throngs.
CdV 2162. Hic quoque metrorum crebrescat laude per orbem Hic quoque metrorum crebrescat laude per orbem
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: d, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Here too let the blessed honour of the holy virgin DEMETRIAS
CdV 2163. Demetriadis honor sacratae uirginis almus! Demetriadis honor sacratae uirginis almus!
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: r, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
become widely current in metrical praise throughout the world.
CdV 2164. Quam licet Europae faustis natalibus ortam Quam licet Europae faustis natalibus ortam
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V?, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
Although very many multitudes in dense crowds celebrate her,
CdV 2165. Plurima cum densis celebrarent agmina turmis, Plurima cum densis celebrarent agmina turmis,
DDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
who was born in Europe from a fortunate family,
CdV 2166. Punica sceptra tamen praeconia sancta stupescunt Punica sceptra tamen praeconia sancta stupescunt
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
yet her holy proclamations amaze the Carthaginian kingdom,
CdV 2167. Virginis egregiam uulgo mirantia famam. Virginis egregiam uulgo mirantia famam.
DDDS

sa: 2\3, ta: f, pat: abvBA
that wonders at the extraordinary fame of the virgin among common folk.
CdV 2168. Sicut enim lichinus modii non cluditur umbris, Sicut enim lichinus modii non cluditur umbris,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SSSS
For just as a lamp-wick is not hidden in the shadows of a bushel
CdV 2169. Summa sed potius fulgescens arce locatur, Summa sed potius fulgescens arce locatur,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: p, pat: SDSS
but rather is placed blazing on the highest summit
CdV 2170. Omnibus ut radiet clara cum luce coruscans: Omnibus ut radiet clara cum luce coruscans:
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, gl: avbAB, pat: DSSS
so that shining it might radiate with light for all:
CdV 2171. Sic sacrata Deo casto uirguncula sexu Sic sacrata Deo casto uirguncula sexu
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: Vc, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
in this was the little virgin consecrated to God in her chaste abstinence
CdV 2172. Vixerat in terris caelesti freta patrono. Vixerat in terris caelesti freta patrono.
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: Vf, pa: V, ma: Y, gl: abBA, pat: DSSS
lived on earth, supported by her heavenly patron.
CdV 2173. Inclita haec fuerat generosa stirpe parentum Inclita haec fuerat generosa stirpe parentum
DDSS

sa: 4\3, oa: p
This famous woman came from noble stock of parents
CdV 2174. Nobilibus titulis uitae cunabula sumens, Nobilibus titulis uitae cunabula sumens,
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, pa: cs, ma: Y, pat: SSDD
spending the early stages of her life with a noble heritage,
CdV 2175. Sed tamen ante Deum multo generosior extat Sed tamen ante Deum multo generosior extat
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: m, pat: DSSS
nonetheless she stood in God’s presence more nobly born by far,
CdV 2176. Virtutum meritis rutilans, ut gemma coronae. Virtutum meritis rutilans, ut gemma coronae.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
sparkling with the merits of virtues like a jewel in a crown.
CdV 2177. Pulchra comis cirrisque decens et candida uultu Pulchra comis cirrisque decens et candida uultu
DSSS

sa: 1\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: V, ha: Y
Having beautiful hair and decorous curls, being fair of face,
CdV 2178. Fronte caperrabat frugalis uirgo Tonantis. Fronte caperrabat frugalis uirgo Tonantis.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: s, ta: s, pa: cs, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: SDSD
this self-effacing virgin of the Thunderer used to have a frowning brow.
CdV 2179. Hanc opulenta sibi certatim turma procorum Hanc opulenta sibi certatim turma procorum
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
A rich crowd of contending suitors
CdV 2180. Formosam specie thalamis asciscere gestit, Formosam specie thalamis asciscere gestit,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: p, pat: DSSS
were keen to obtain in marriage this girl who was lovely to look at,
CdV 2181. Plurima dum felix ditis patrimonia gazae Plurima dum felix ditis patrimonia gazae
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: c, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
since, being fortunate, she possessed a very great inheritance of rich treasure,
CdV 2182. Possidet, obrizum et gemma fulgente metallum, Possidet, obrizum et gemma fulgente metallum,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: VabAB, pat: DSSS
and of pure gold metal with shining jewels;
CdV 2183. Ac segmentata fulgebat ueste uirago; Ac segmentata fulgebat ueste uirago;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: aVbAB, pat: DDDS
and the bold virgin was resplendent trimmed clothing.
CdV 2184. Innuba sed uoluit dotales linquere pompas Innuba sed uoluit dotales linquere pompas
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: abBA, pat: DSSS
But the unmarried girl wanted to abandon the display of a dowry
CdV 2185. Et superi potius sponsi lentescere labris Et superi potius sponsi lentescere labris
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, pa: d, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: aAVBb, pat: SSSS
but rather to linger on the lips of her heavenly spouse,
CdV 2186. Suasia compressis impendens oscula buccis. Suasia compressis impendens oscula buccis.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vf, pa: f, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
bestowing sweet kisses, with mouths pressed together.
CdV 2187. Nam nuper legi facundo grammate biblum, Nam nuper legi facundo grammate biblum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
For recently I read a book in stylish writing,
CdV 2188. Virginis eximiam qui scribit commate uitam, Virginis eximiam qui scribit commate uitam,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: cV?, pa: c, ma: Y, e: h, pat: DDSS
which described the virgin’s outstanding life in prose,
CdV 2189. Vt precibus genetrix subnixis sancta poposcit, Vt precibus genetrix subnixis sancta poposcit,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
as her holy mother demanded through humble prayers,
CdV 2190. Cum pia trans pontum pulsaret carta magistrum, Cum pia trans pontum pulsaret carta magistrum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: n, pat: SDSS
when her holy letter entreated a teacher across the sea,
CdV 2191. Scriberet ut soboli doctrinam rite supernam, Scriberet ut soboli doctrinam rite supernam,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: p, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
so that he might duly write down holy doctrine for her offspring
CdV 2192. Qualiter in cordis thesaurum condat acerra Qualiter in cordis thesaurum condat acerra
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: s, pat: DDSS
in such a way that she might store up a treasure-chest in the incense-box of her heart,
CdV 2193. Virgineum seruans stupri sine sorde pudorem. Virgineum seruans stupri sine sorde pudorem.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: v, pa: c, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: aAbVB, pat: SDSS
preserving her virginal modesty without any stain of licentiousness.
CdV 2194. Tempore quo rigidos saeui tormenta tyranni Tempore quo rigidos saeui tormenta tyranni
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: dc, oa: dc, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
At a time in which the torments of a grim tyrant
CdV 2195. Anthletas Christi cogebant ferre cruenta, Anthletas Christi cogebant ferre cruenta,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: Vp, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
were compelling stubborn champions of Christ to suffer their bloodiness,
CdV 2196. Tres simul illustres sumpserunt forte sorores Tres simul illustres sumpserunt forte sorores
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?s, ma: Y, gl: VabCAB, pat: DSSS
three distinguished sisters by chance likewise
CdV 2197. Splendida purpureis plectentes serta coronis, Splendida purpureis plectentes serta coronis,
DDSS

sa: 4\2, ta: V, oa: V, ha: Y
received splendid garlands, plaiting them with purple crowns,
CdV 2198. Dum simul integritas candens et passio rubra Dum simul integritas candens et passio rubra
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
while likewise bright-white chastity and bloody suffering
CdV 2199. Virginibus Christi cumulabant praemia dupla; Virginibus Christi cumulabant praemia dupla;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
accumulated double prizes for the virgins of Christ,
CdV 2200. Quarum per prosam descripsi nomina dudum. Quarum per prosam descripsi nomina dudum.
DSSS

ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
whose names I set down in prose some time ago.
CdV 2201. Impius Augustus, qui mundi regna regebat, Impius Augustus, qui mundi regna regebat,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: p, gl: aABVb, pat: SSSS
The wicked emperor, who ruled the kingdoms of the world,
CdV 2202. Has Christi famulas nuptis asciscere gestit, Has Christi famulas nuptis asciscere gestit,
DSSS

sa: 3\3, oa: d, ma: d, ha: Y, pat: aAbvB
was keen to set these servants of Christ to marriage,
CdV 2203. Plurima sacratis promittens dona puellis, Plurima sacratis promittens dona puellis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m? | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, pat: DSSS
promising very many gifts to the consecrated girls
CdV 2204. Si mallent omnes consortes esse procorum Si mallent omnes consortes esse procorum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: cs, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
if they would all rather be willing to be wed to suitors,
CdV 2205. Nobilium pulchra fungentes dote uirorum; Nobilium pulchra fungentes dote uirorum;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pat: DSSD
enjoying the splendid dowry from noble men.
CdV 2206. Si uero nollent ritum complere iugalem, Si uero nollent ritum complere iugalem,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: f, pa: lf, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
If, however, they were not willing to fulfil the marriage rite,
CdV 2207. Mox tormenta iubet sanctas perferre puellas Mox tormenta iubet sanctas perferre puellas
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, gl: aABVb, pat: DDSS
he would straightaway order the saintly girls to suffer torments,
CdV 2208. Lurida passuras strictis ergastula claustris, Lurida passuras strictis ergastula claustris,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: n, ta: n, pa: sn, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
enduring foul prisons in in tight confinement
CdV 2209. In quibus exiguae caperent nutrimina crustae. In quibus exiguae caperent nutrimina crustae.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
where they would receive nourishment from scanty crusts of bread.
CdV 2210. Sed tamen insontes felix Anastasia uernas Sed tamen insontes felix Anastasia uernas
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSS
Nonetheless blessed Anastasia did not cease to feed
CdV 2211. Pascere non cessat praebens alimenta misellis; Pascere non cessat praebens alimenta misellis;
SSDD

sa: 3\2, pa: v, oa: vf, ha: Y
the innocent servants [of Christ], offering sustenance to the wretched.
CdV 2212. Quae stipem quaestus simul et patrimonia gazae Quae stipem quaestus simul et patrimonia gazae
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, pat: SDSS
She bestowed the income of her wealth and the inheritance of her treasure
CdV 2213. Martiribus confert mortis discrimina passis. Martiribus coffert mortis discrimina passis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ta: c, pa: c, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
likewise to martyrs who were enduring the dangers of death.
CdV 2214. Illius idcirco deuulgant saecula famam Illius idcirco deuulgant saecula famam
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: v, pat: DDDS
That is the reason why the world spreads widely her fame
CdV 2215. Et rumor laudis perpes crebrescit in aeuum; Et rumor laudis perpes crebrescit in aeuum;
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: VaBbA, pat: DDDD
and a continual stream of praise becomes current forever.
CdV 2216. Quae contempta sui spreuit patrimonia sponsi Quae contempta sui spreuit patrimonia sponsi
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSDS
She spurned the despised inheritance of her suitor,
CdV 2217. Et sequitur dominum neglecta sorte mariti. Et sequitur dominum neglecta sorte mariti.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, pa: d, ma: Y, gl: VAbBa, pat: SDDS
and having not cared for the chance of a husband, she followed the Lord.
CdV 2218. Pertulit idcirco poenas matrona cruentas, Pertulit idcirco poenas matrona cruentas,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: f, pa: Vf, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
That is the reason why the woman suffered bloody punishments,
CdV 2219. Quas nunc in cartis biblorum digerit ordo Quas nunc in cartis biblorum digerit ordo
DSSS

sa: 3\3, oa: s, pat: AabvB
the sequence of which books now expound in their pages,
CdV 2220. Et legitur felix descriptis passio scedis, Et legitur felix descriptis passio scedis,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SSSS
and her blessed suffering is read about on inscribed leaves
CdV 2221. Annua dum redeunt celebrandis tempora fessi Annua dum redeunt celebrandis tempora fessi
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, gl: VabBA, pat: DSSS
whenever the time returns yearly to celebrate her feast.
CdV 2222. Denique praedictas germana mente sorores Denique praedictas germana mente sorores
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: f, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, ma: Y, gl: abBAV, pat: DDSS
At last dread torturers led the like-minded sisters
CdV 2223. Diri tortores ducunt e carcere caeco, Diri tortores ducunt e carcere caeco,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: sV, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
previously mentioned out of the dark prison.
CdV 2224. Quas simul aspiciens formosis uultibus atrox Quas simul aspiciens formosis uultibus atrox
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: d, pa: fd, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
The savage governor, Dulcitius, seeing them likewise,
CdV 2225. Praeses Dulcitius spurco succenditur igne Praeses Dulcitius spurco succenditur igne
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SSSS
lovely to look at, was inflamed by a vile fire
CdV 2226. Luxuriue stimulis caeco et correptus amore. Luxuriue stimulis caeco et correptus amore.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and assailed by the spur of licentiousness and dark passion.
CdV 2227. Plurima tunc pellax spondebat dona puellis, Plurima tunc pellax spondebat dona puellis,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: v, pat: DSSS
This deceitful one promised very many gifts to the girls
CdV 2228. Si mallent animo nutum complere nefandum. Si mallent animo nutum complere nefandum.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: f, pat: SSSS
if they would only agree to grant his wicked wish.
CdV 2229. Sed famulas Christi protexit parma pudoris Sed famulas Christi protexit parma pudoris
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SDSS
But the shield of modesty protected the servants of Christ
CdV 2230. Spicula luxuriae spernentes corde profana. Spicula luxuriae spernentes corde profana.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: s, pat: SDSS
as they spurned the unholy arrows of licentiousness in their hearts.
CdV 2231. Sed nocturna quies cum fessos occupat artus, Sed nocturna quies cum fessos occupat artus,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: V, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
But when nightly rest occupied tired limbs,
CdV 2232. Dulcia dum famulae cecinissent carmina Christo Dulcia dum famulae cecinissent carmina Christo
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: c, pat: SSSS
after those servants had sung sweet songs to Christ
CdV 2233. Odis psalmorum pulsantes ostia caeli, Odis psalmorum pulsantes ostia caeli,
DSSS

sa: 4\3, ca: c
entreating the gates of heaven with melodies of psalms,
CdV 2234. Audet atrox sanctam spurco flammatus amore Audet atrox sanctam spurco flammatus amore
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: SSDS
the savage one, inflamed with vile passion,
CdV 2235. Audacter cellam stolidis irrumpere plantis; Audacter cellam stolidis irrumpere plantis;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: s, ta: V, pa: V, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
daringly with stupid steps dared to burst into their saintly cell;
CdV 2236. Sed praestante Deo caecatur corde malignus, Sed praestante Deo caecatur corde malignus,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, gl: aVbab, pat: DDDS
but since God was at had, the wicked one was blinded in his heart,
CdV 2237. Basia caccabis dum stultus tradidit atris: Basia caccabis dum stultus tradidit atris:
SSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: t, gl: AavBC, pat: DDSS
as the fool bestowed kisses on blackened cauldrons.
CdV 2238. Sic ollis niger, sic furua sartagine teter Sic ollis niger, sic furua sartagine teter
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, gl: aVbaB, pat: DDSS
In this way the nobleman, out of his mind disported himself all night,
CdV 2239. Per totam noctem praeses diluditur amens Per totam noctem praeses diluditur amens
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: AavbB, pat: DSSS
black from the pots and soiled from the sooty frying pan,
CdV 2240. Defensante Deo sacrasque tuente puellas; Defensante Deo sacrasque tuente puellas;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: aAbBV, pat: DDDS
while God protected and kept watch over the sainted girls.
CdV 2241. Egreditur tandem infelix gurgustia linquens. Egreditur tandem infelix gurgustia linquens.
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSS
At last the unfortunate one left that hovel and went out.
CdV 2242. Quem scelerum socii nequeunt cognoscere fronte, Quem scelerum socii nequeunt cognoscere fronte,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SSSS
The accomplices in his crimes could not recognise him because of his appearance,
CdV 2243. Sed procul abscedunt uasto crepitante tumultu: Sed procul abscedunt uasto crepitante tumultu:
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: f, pa: n, oa: n, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and they fled far away, in a mighty shrieking mass;
CdV 2244. Linquentes laruam furuum fantasma putabant. Linquentes laruam furuum fantasma putabant.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V, pa: V, ma: Y, gl: AavBb, pat: DDSS
abandoning the spectre they thought was a dusky ghost.
CdV 2245. Nam proprias acies fautor caecabat iniquus, Nam proprias acies fautor caecabat iniquus,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: AaBb, pat: DDSS
For the wicked patron blinded as to his own vision:
CdV 2246. Vt solus nebulam strofae non nosset adulter, Vt solus nebulam strofae non nosset adulter,
DDSD

sa: 2\3, ta: p, pat: abVBA
so that only the adulterer did not perceive the fog of deception
CdV 2247. Cernere quam reliqui quirent sine fraude maligna. Cernere quam reliqui quirent sine fraude maligna.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: s, pat: DSSD
what the rest could see without wicked trickery.
CdV 2248. Tum petit Augusti demens suffragia questu, Tum petit Augusti demens suffragia questu,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, gl: abBAV, pat: DSSD
Then the demented one, in a complaint, sought the emperor’s permission
CdV 2249. Vindicet ut flagris uernarum crimina sontum; Vindicet ut flagris uernarum crimina sontum;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
to punish the crimes of the innocent servants with whips.
CdV 2250. Quo uiso proceres densa stipante corona Quo uiso proceres densa stipante corona
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: j, ta: j, pa: j, oa: j, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
But when he was seen, the leaders, gathering in a dense circle,
CdV 2251. Cum colaphis caedunt et lento uimine flagri, Cum colaphis caedunt et lento uimine flagri,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: s, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SDSS
struck him with buffets and the supple switch of the whip
CdV 2252. Vt procul effugeret facies laruata nefandi. Vt procul effugeret facies laruata nefandi.
DDDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V?, ma: Y, e: m, pat: DSSS
so that the spectral appearance of the unspeakable one would flee far off.
CdV 2253. Ducitur ad propriam famulis comitantibus aulam Ducitur ad propriam famulis comitantibus aulam
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m?, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SSDS
He was taken to his own hall in the company of his servants
CdV 2254. Moxque clientelae resonant singultibus aedes, Moxque clientelae resonant singultibus aedes,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and straightaway the building resounded with the sobbing of his household
CdV 2255. Dum cernunt dominum picea fuligine pictum: Dum cernunt dominum picea fuligine pictum:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SSSS
when they saw their lord painted over with pitch-black soot.
CdV 2256. Autumat incassum fretas uirtute magorum Autumat incassum fretas uirtute magorum
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, gl: AaVBb, pat: SSSS
Fruitlessly he declared that the sacred girls, relying on the power of magicians,
CdV 2257. Hoc sibi clasma tetrum sacras gessisse puellas; Hoc sibi clasma tetrum sacras gessisse puellas;
SSSS

fs: 2\3, pa: t, oa: t, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
had brought about this foul offence.
CdV 2258. Idcirco peplis iussit fraudare beatas, Idcirco peplis iussit fraudare beatas,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: c, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
So then he ordered that the blessed ones be stripped of their robes
CdV 2259. Pasceret obscenos ut nudo corpore uisus, Pasceret obscenos ut nudo corpore uisus,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: np, ta: p, pa: p, oa: n, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
that he might feast upon the obscene sight of their naked bodies,
CdV 2260. Quos prius in latebris fraudis fantasma fefellit. Quos prius in latebris fraudis fantasma fefellit.
DSSS

ta: p, oa: p, ha: Y
something concerning which the fraudulent phantasm had tricked him in the darkness.
CdV 2261. Sed Deus ex alto, qui sanctos iure triumphat, Sed Deus ex alto, qui sanctos iure triumphat,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: sr, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
But God on high, who rightly gives triumph to saints,
CdV 2262. Cum forti famulas dextra defendit inermes, Cum forti famulas dextra defendit inermes,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, pa: m, oa: m, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
defended his harmless servants with his strong right hand
CdV 2263. Vt nullus posset membris auferre ciclades. Vt nullus posset membris auferre ciclades.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: p, pat: SDSS
so that no one could take away the mantles from their limbs.
CdV 2264. Venit ad extremum princeps Sisinnius atrox, Venit ad extremum princeps Sisinnius atrox,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, gl: aABvb, pat: SDSS
Finally, the cruel leader Sisinnius came,
CdV 2265. Vt famulas Christi, si nollent tura litare Vt famulas Christi, si nollent tura litare
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: V?, ca: V, ta: V?, pa: Vv, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
so that he would kill them side by side by a grim death
CdV 2266. Nec dilubrorum ritus offerre profanos, Nec dilubrorum ritus offerre profanos,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: c, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
if Christ’s servants were unwilling to offer up incense
CdV 2267. Insontes pariter crudeli morte necaret. Insontes pariter crudeli morte necaret.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: sm, pa: m, ma: Y, gl: AaVBb, pat: DDSS
or to perform profane rites at the temple together by means of.
CdV 2268. Sed nullus ualuit sanctas terrore minarum, Sed nullus ualuit sanctas terrore minarum,
SSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: c, oa: c, ha: Y, pat: AavbVB
But no one could move those stubborn saintly minds
CdV 2269. Quamuis centenis plagis incumberet atrox, Quamuis centenis plagis incumberet atrox,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vc, pa: sc, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
from Christ’s worship through the terror of threats,
CdV 2270. A Christi cultu mentes discludere fixas. A Christi cultu mentes discludere fixas.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, pa: nf, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
even though the cruel one laid down a hundred strokes.
CdV 2271. Tum geminas iussit flamma crepitante cremari; Tum geminas iussit flamma crepitante cremari;
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: n, pat: SDSD
Then he ordered the twins to be burnt in the crackling flame;
CdV 2272. Quae sic orantes potius quam damna ferentes Quae sic orantes potius quam damna ferentes
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and in this way, praying, rather than enduring injury,
CdV 2273. Angelicis ulnis ad caeli sidera scandunt. Angelicis ulnis ad caeli sidera scandunt.
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: u, ta: V, pa: V, oa: Vv, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
they ascended in angelic arms to the stars of heaven.
CdV 2274. Tertia sed sequitur cuneum uisura supernum Tertia sed sequitur cuneum uisura supernum
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, pat: SSSS
Moreover the third one followed to behold the host on high,
CdV 2275. Tramite dissimili tendens ad praemia uitae, Tramite dissimili tendens ad praemia uitae,
DDSS

sa: 3\2, pat: abvAB
heading by a different path to the rewards of life;
CdV 2276. Spicula dum patitur longis exempta faretris Spicula dum patitur longis exempta faretris
DSSS

sa: 4\2, ta: c, oa: c, ha: Y
as the wounded virgin, succumbing to dense wounds,
CdV 2277. Vulneribus crebris occumbens saucia uirgo Vulneribus crebris occumbens saucia uirgo
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: t, ca: t, ta: t, pa: V?tf, ma: Y, gl: aVbBA, pat: DDSS
when she suffered darts drawn from long quivers,
CdV 2278. Purpureusque cruor tenera de carne cucurrit. Purpureusque cruor tenera de carne cucurrit.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and purple gore ran from her tender flesh.
CdV 2279. Praeterea geminas diuulgat fama sorores Praeterea geminas diuulgat fama sorores
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V, pa: nV, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDDD
Furthermore, fame proclaims that twin sisters
CdV 2280. Romae sortitas primae cunabula uitae: Romae sortitas primae cunabula uitae:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?l, pa: l, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
were allotted their first beginnings in Rome:
CdV 2281. Nomine nempe prior felix Rufina uocatur, Nomine nempe prior felix Rufina uocatur,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
indeed, the first was called fortunate RUFINA,
CdV 2282. Altera posterior florens aetate secunda. Altera posterior florens aetate secunda.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, pa: sV?, ma: Y, pat: SSDD
the other, flourishing later in age, SECUNDA.
CdV 2283. His pater Asterius necnon Aurelia mater His pater Asterius necnon Aurelia mater
DSSS

fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: aVbBA, pat: DSDS
Their father, Asturias, and mother, Aurelia,
CdV 2284. Nobilium pulchra consulunt dote procorum; Nobilium pulchra consulunt dote procorum;
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, ta: f, pa: Vf, oa: V, ma: Y, e: h, pat: SSSS
consulted them about a fine dowry from noble suitors.
CdV 2285. Sed tamen illustres sponsalia iura recusant Sed tamen illustres sponsalia iura recusant
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: t, ta: V?, pa: V?t, ma: Y, gl: AbBa, pat: SSSS
Nonetheless, these illustrious maidens turned down their betrothal rights
CdV 2286. Cunctaque fallentis mundi patrimonia spernunt, Cunctaque fallentis mundi patrimonia spernunt,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: aVbBA, pat: SSSS
and spurned all the inheritance of the transitory world,
CdV 2287. Vt sponsi thalamis, caeli qui regnat in arce, Vt sponsi thalamis, caeli qui regnat in arce,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: t, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
in order that they might be joined perpetually in marriage
CdV 2288. Iungantur iugiter, qua floret pulchra iuuentus Iungantur iugiter, qua floret pulchra iuuentus
SDSS

sa: 2\3, ta: p
to the spouse who reigns in the citadel of heaven,
CdV 2289. Et numquam aggreditur rugis sulcata senectus. Et numquam aggreditur rugis sulcata senectus.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: p, pat: SDSS
where beautiful youth blooms and old age, furrowed with wrinkles, never comes.
CdV 2290. Harum igitur sponsi neglecto tramite Christi Harum igitur sponsi neglecto tramite Christi
SSDS

sa: 2\3, ta: v, ma: v, ha: Y
Therefore their [intended] spouses, who previously had borne pure faith in their hearts,
CdV 2291. Errorum anfractus salebroso calle sequuntur, Errorum anfractus salebroso calle sequuntur,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, ta: f, pa: fV, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
having neglected the path of Christ and pursued
CdV 2292. Quamuis ante fidem gestarent pectore puram. Quamuis ante fidem gestarent pectore puram.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: t, e: m, pat: SSSS
the wanderings of errors on a rutted track.
CdV 2293. Idcirco sponsae temnentes iura procorum Idcirco sponsae temnentes iura procorum
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: v, pa: t, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: ABaVb, pat: DSSS
For that reason, the [intended] brides, scorning their suitors’ rights,
CdV 2294. Vrbis Romanae linquunt fastigia celsa, Vrbis Romanae linquunt fastigia celsa,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
left the lofty heights of the Roman city
CdV 2295. Vt tempestatem tranquilla mente nescirent, Vt tempestatem tranquilla mente nescirent,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: g, pa: V, oa: Vg, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
so that they would not know any disturbance in their tranquil minds,
CdV 2296. Quam rea sponsorum concinnant famina sontum. Quam rea sponsorum concinnant famina sontum.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
of the sort that the accusing words of guilty suitors might devise.
CdV 2297. Namque petunt pariter basternis praedia nota, Namque petunt pariter basternis praedia nota,
DDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: fcv, pa: f, oa: fc, ha: Y
So side by side in a litter they sought familiar estates
CdV 2298. Quae procul in Tusciae felices parte regebant; Quae procul in Tusciae felices parte regebant;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: fv, ta: fv, pa: fv, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDDS
which fortunately they controlled in a far part of Etruria.
CdV 2299. Sed rursus Romam sponsis prodentibus ambae Sed rursus Romam sponsis prodentibus ambae
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: r, pa: r, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
But for a second time, after their suitors betrayed them;
CdV 2300. Missis militibus propere ducuntur ad urbem Missis militibus propere ducuntur ad urbem
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
they were both hastily brought back to the city once warriors had been dispatched
CdV 2301. Squalores pariter passurae carceris atros. Squalores pariter passurae carceris atros.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: t, pat: SDDS
so that they would suffer side by side the dark squalor of prison.
CdV 2302. Tunc Rufina soror dictis parere nefandis Tunc Rufina soror dictis parere nefandis
DDSS

sa: 2\3, oa: s
Then one sister, Rufina, refused to obey the wicked edicts
CdV 2303. Rennuit, ut uetitum fanis offerret honorem. Rennuit, ut uetitum fanis offerret honorem.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: m, gl: aAABb, pat: SDSS
to offer forbidden homage at the shrines.
CdV 2304. Caeditur idcirco cum lentis femina flagris, Caeditur idcirco cum lentis femina flagris,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SDSS
For that reason, the woman was beaten with supple whips
CdV 2305. Vt soror aspiciens mollescat mente Secunda, Vt soror aspiciens mollescat mente Secunda,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: rc, ta: r, pa: r, oa: r, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
so that her sister, Secunda, looking on, would soften in her heart
CdV 2306. Verbera dira pati cum sanctos cerneret artus; Verbera dira pati cum sanctos cerneret artus;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: t, ta: t, pa: Vt, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
when she saw those sainted limbs suffer dread blows.
CdV 2307. Sed secus euenit, quam tortor credidit atrox, Sed secus euenit, quam tortor credidit atrox,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
But it turned out otherwise than the cruel torturer hoped,
CdV 2308. Dum nutabundis non fatur uirgo loquelis. Dum nutabundis non fatur uirgo loquelis.
SDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
since the virgin did not speak with wavering words.
CdV 2309. Nam constanter ait numquam tremibunda Secunda: Nam constanter ait numquam tremibunda Secunda:
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: s, ca: s, ta: s, pa: Vs, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
For steadily and never wavering Secunda spoke:
CdV 2310. “Affer cuncta simul nobis tormenta cruenta, “Affer cuncta simul nobis tormenta cruenta,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: CabBA, pat: DSSD
‘Bring all bloody tortures on us both at once,
CdV 2311. Ignes et macheras et rubras uibice uirgas, Ignes et macheras et rubras uibice uirgas,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
fires and swords and switches red with weals;
CdV 2312. Restes et fustes et dura grandine saxa Restes et fustes et dura grandine saxa
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: t, gl: AaCbVB, pat: DDSS
ropes and clubs and rocks in a hard shower
CdV 2313. Caerula sanguineis arpagans uulnera riuis; Caerula sanguineis arpagans uulnera riuis;
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: m, pat: DSSS
clawing blue-black wounds in bloody streams,
CdV 2314. Quot tu poenarum genera crudeliter infers; Quot tu poenarum genera crudeliter infers;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
however, many kinds of torture you harshly inflict,
CdV 2315. Ast ego tanta feram uicto tortore tropea, Ast ego tanta feram uicto tortore tropea,
SSSS

sa: 4\2, oa: p, pat: AbaBC
but I shall bear off such great trophies once the torturer has been overcome:
CdV 2316. Quot tu concinnas crudi discrimina leti, Quot tu concinnas crudi discrimina leti,
SDDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: t, pat: SDSS
however, many dangers of bloody death you devise,
CdV 2317. Tot nos in supera numerabimus arce coronas!” Tot nos in supera numerabimus arce coronas!”
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
that is how many crowns we will tally up in the citadel on high!
CdV 2318. Tunc iterum carcer lanternae luminis expers Tunc iterum carcer lanternae luminis expers
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: v, e: h, pat: SSSS
Then for a second time the prison lacking any lantern’s light
CdV 2319. Passuras claudit fimoso stercore poenam, Passuras claudit fimoso stercore poenam,
SSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: V?d, pa: V?, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
closed in the ones who were to suffer punishment in stinking shit,
CdV 2320. Sed splendor lucis radiantis ab axe polorum Sed splendor lucis radiantis ab axe polorum
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, gl: aVbAB, pat: DSSS
but the splendour of the light blazing from the axis of the skies
CdV 2321. Furuas extingit latebrosi carceris umbras Furuas extingit latebrosi carceris umbras
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: AbBa, pat: DSSS
drove out the dusky shadows of the gloomy prison
CdV 2322. Et fetor fimi ut turis flagrantia spirat. Et fetor fimi ut turis flagrantia spirat.
SSSS

sa: 4\2
and the excrement stench smelt like the fragrance of incense.
CdV 2323. Post haec in thermas ambusto torre calentes Post haec in thermas ambusto torre calentes
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: AbCaB, pat: SDSS
After this, however, they shoved them both, who were supported by divine will,
CdV 2324. Ambas trudebant diuino numine fretas, Ambas trudebant diuino numine fretas,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SDSS
into hot baths heated with burnt brands;
CdV 2325. Sed tamen in thermis crepitantes fomite flammas Sed tamen in thermis crepitantes fomite flammas
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
nonetheless heavenly power of heaven at once extinguished
CdV 2326. Protinus extinxit caelestis rore potestas; Protinus extinxit caelestis rore potestas;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: d, pa: s, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
with moisture he flames crackling with tinder in the hot baths,
CdV 2327. Artus uirgineos sic texit parma pudoris, Artus uirgineos sic texit parma pudoris,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
and in this way the shield of purity protected the virgin limbs
CdV 2328. Vt nihil innocuis laesisset carbo fauillis; Vt nihil innocuis laesisset carbo fauillis;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m, fs: 4\3, ca: m, gl: abAB, pat: DDSS
so that the coal caused no harm with its innocuous embers,
CdV 2329. Sed fax et fomes et dempto pruna uigore Sed fax et fomes et dempto pruna uigore
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: s, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
but the torch, the tinder, and the glowing coal once their force had been taken away,
CdV 2330. Nequicquam ardentes sopito torre tepebant. Nequicquam ardentes sopito torre tepebant.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: ABaVb, pat: DSSS
were burning in vain and grew cool after the firebrand had been quenched.
CdV 2331. Tum famulas tortor sacratas imperat atrox Tum famulas tortor sacratas imperat atrox
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: c, pat: DSDS
Then the cruel torturer ordered the sacred servants
CdV 2332. Pondere cum scopuli collum constringere nexu, Pondere cum scopuli collum constringere nexu,
DDSS

sa: 1\2, ca: V?, ha: Y, pat: aABVb
to be bound by a knot at the neck with a weight of rock,
CdV 2333. Alueus ut Tiberis mersisset gurgite glauco, Alueus ut Tiberis mersisset gurgite glauco,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: aVbBA, pat: SDSS
so that the channel of the Tiber could drown in its shining swell
CdV 2334. Quas prius exusti non audent urere torres, Quas prius exusti non audent urere torres,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: pv, ta: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
those whom kindled firebrands did not previously dare to burn,
CdV 2335. Sed famulas Christi uectabant caerula fluctus; Sed famulas Christi uectabant caerula fluctus;
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDDD
but the surface of the waves supported Christ’s servants;
CdV 2336. Frigida cum uitreis stupuerunt flumina flustris, Frigida cum uitreis stupuerunt flumina flustris,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SDDS
as the chilly streams stood still with glassy calm,
CdV 2337. Ad ripas remeans rursus cum sospite uita. Ad ripas remeans rursus cum sospite uita.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
while each virginal body floated like a ship’s plank,
CdV 2338. Corpus uirgineum dum nat ceu planca carinae Corpus uirgineum dum nat ceu planca carinae
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSD
returning back to the bank, with their lives saved.
CdV 2339. Tunc iussu rigidi truculento principis aeque Tunc iussu rigidi truculento principis aeque
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m, fs: 4\3, pa: v, pat: SDDS
Then equally by the savage order of this stubborn nobleman
CdV 2340. Sanguine purpureo sanctarum membra rubescunt; Sanguine purpureo sanctarum membra rubescunt;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
the limbs of the saints grew red in purple blood
CdV 2341. Ambae martirii mercantes serta cruenta Ambae martirii mercantes serta cruenta
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: p, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and both, earning the bloody garlands of martyrs,
CdV 2342. Necnon uirgineos sumpserunt iure triumphos: Necnon uirgineos sumpserunt iure triumphos:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: l, ta: v, pa: vf, oa: l, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and rightly received virginal triumphs;
CdV 2343. Rura relinquentes caelorum regna capessunt. Rura relinquentes caelorum regna capessunt.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, gl: avbAB, pat: DDSS
abandoning the earth, they achieved the kingdom of heaven.
CdV 2344. Quamuis ossa tegat tellus et tumba sepulcri Quamuis ossa tegat tellus et tumba sepulcri
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Even though soil covers their bones and the sepulchre’s tomb
CdV 2345. Artus includat pro Christo funera passos, Artus includat pro Christo funera passos,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, gl: AbCaB, pat: DDSD
holds close those limbs, that suffered death for Christ,
CdV 2346. Donec scintillans exurat saecula carbo, Donec scintillans exurat saecula carbo,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: cV, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
until the glowing charcoal burns the world,
CdV 2347. Attamen ad caeli scandunt spiracula sedes Attamen ad caeli scandunt spiracula sedes
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: u, pat: DSSS
nevertheless, their souls ascended to heaven’s abodes,
CdV 2348. Absque chao densis gestantia labara turmis, Absque chao densis gestantia labara turmis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
bearing without confusion banners in dense crowds,
CdV 2349. Quando cateruatim uallant caeleste tribunal. Quando cateruatim uallant caeleste tribunal.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
when they encircled the heavenly judgement-seat in throngs.
CdV 2350. Tempore quo Decius triquadrum rexerat orbem Tempore quo Decius triquadrum rexerat orbem
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: l, oa: l, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
At the time when Decius ruled the three-cornered world,
CdV 2351. Militibus Christi mortis discrimina patrans, Militibus Christi mortis discrimina patrans,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: tc, pa: Vc, oa: V, ma: Y, e: ?, pat: SSSD
bringing about the dangers of death for the warriors of Christ,
CdV 2352. Extitit in Roma binarum forte sororum Extitit in Roma binarum forte sororum
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
there arose by chance in Rome a rumour of two sisters
CdV 2353. Fama praecipuis pulsans rumoribus aures; Fama praecipuis pulsans rumoribus aures;
SDSS

fs: 3\3, ca: l, pa: V?, ma: Y, e: ?, pat: SDSS
bombarding the ears with exceptional reports.
CdV 2354. Quas nullis poterat tormentis uincere tortor, Quas nullis poterat tormentis uincere tortor,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: u, pa: V?, ma: Y, gl: AaVbB, pat: DDSS
The torturer was unable to overcome them with any torments,
CdV 2355. Quamlibet insontes multaret caede cruenta, Quamlibet insontes multaret caede cruenta,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: c, ca: cp, pa: p, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: aBVAB, pat: DDSS
even though he punished those innocent ones with bloody butchery,
CdV 2356. Vt uitae auctorem reflexa mente negarent, Vt uitae auctorem reflexa mente negarent,
DDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: l, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
so that they deny the author of life once their minds had been turned .
CdV 2357. Altera de geminis felix Anatolia dicta, Altera de geminis felix Anatolia dicta,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: abAB, pat: SDDS
One of the pair was called blessed ANATOLIA,
CdV 2358. Altera sed gestat uerum Victoria nomen. Altera sed gestat uerum Victoria nomen.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
but the other bore the true name of VICTORIA.
CdV 2359. Has igitur sponsi claris natalibus orti Has igitur sponsi claris natalibus orti
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, pa: p, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
So, suitors sprung from famous lines
CdV 2360. Ad prolem generis satagunt coniungere nuptis; Ad prolem generis satagunt coniungere nuptis;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
were keen to marry them to produce offspring,
CdV 2361. Sed mens uirgineis ambarum torrida flammis Sed mens uirgineis ambarum torrida flammis
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSS
but their minds of both, burning with virginal flames,
CdV 2362. Stuppas luxuriae combussit torre pudoris Stuppas luxuriae combussit torre pudoris
DSSS

sa: 3\3, oa: V, ma: V, ha: Y
burned up the tinder of luxury with the firebrand of purity,
CdV 2363. Spurcitias mundi contemnens corde caducas. Spurcitias mundi contemnens corde caducas.
DSDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
spurning in their hearts the fleeting abominations of the world.
CdV 2364. Diuitias spargunt simul et patrimonia dantes Diuitias spargunt simul et patrimonia dantes
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: VabBA, pat: DSSS
They scatter their wealth and, at the same time giving away their inheritance,
CdV 2365. Aurea purpureis calcant crepundia gemmis Aurea purpureis calcant crepundia gemmis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: vf, ta: v, pa: vf, ma: Y, gl: AabCB, pat: SSSS
they trample upon golden necklets with their purple jewels;
CdV 2366. Cunctaque pauperibus mox ornamenta misellis Cunctaque pauperibus mox ornamenta misellis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, gl: aVbBA, pat: SSSS
soon, they had handed over their ornaments to the wretched poor,
CdV 2367. Nil sibi seruantes uendunt pro stipe superna. Nil sibi seruantes uendunt pro stipe superna.
DSSS

sa: 4\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: V, ha: Y, h: m
keeping nothing for themselves, in return for credit in heaven.
CdV 2368. Nuntius e caelo pinnatus labitur alto: Nuntius e caelo pinnatus labitur alto:
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: V, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
A winged messenger, glided down from high heaven
CdV 2369. Flammeus aspectu, niueo candore coruscus Flammeus aspectu, niueo candore coruscus
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSSS
flaming in appearance and shining with snowy brightness-white brilliance,
CdV 2370. Sceptrinum uimen dextra gestabat in alma; Sceptrinum uimen dextra gestabat in alma;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, pat: DSSS
he was carrying a rod-like withy in his holy right hand.
CdV 2371. Ambas alloquitur tali cum uoce puellas: Ambas alloquitur tali cum uoce puellas:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: cf, pa: f, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
He addressed both girls in the following way:
CdV 2372. “Nunc procul a uestro pallorem pellite uultu, “Nunc procul a uestro pallorem pellite uultu,
DDDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: Vn, pa: cV, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
‘Now drive paleness far from your faces
CdV 2373. Pectore nec pauido quatiens timor ilia pulset, Pectore nec pauido quatiens timor ilia pulset,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and let not quaking fear shake the innards in your anxious breast,
CdV 2374. Dum uobis thalamus paradisi sede locatur, Dum uobis thalamus paradisi sede locatur,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
since a marriage-bed is placed for you in the seat of Paradise,
CdV 2375. In quo perpetui numquam consortia sponsi In quo perpetui numquam consortia sponsi
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
in which the company of the eternal spouse never fails
CdV 2376. Deficient, penitus sed gaudia longa manebunt, Deficient, penitus sed gaudia longa manebunt,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: DSSS
but instead, long-lasting inner joys will remain,
CdV 2377. Si uos uirginitas comes indefessa tuetur!” Si uos uirginitas comes indefessa tuetur!”
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SDDS
if virginity protects you as a tireless companion!’
CdV 2378. Tunc ambae seruant castae consortia uitae, Tunc ambae seruant castae consortia uitae,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: aAbBC, pat: DDSS
Then both kept the companionship of a chaste life,
CdV 2379. Angelus ut dederat sancti praecepta pudoris Angelus ut dederat sancti praecepta pudoris
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4f, fs: 3\3, pat: DDSD
as the angel had given the instructions of saintly purity,
CdV 2380. Vsque fugam uitae, cum mors in limine latrat Vsque fugam uitae, cum mors in limine latrat
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: Vs, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
until the swift passing of life, when death barks at the threshold,
CdV 2381. Marcida depopulans uitali pectora flatu. Marcida depopulans uitali pectora flatu.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: m, pa: m, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
robbing declining hearts of vital breath.
CdV 2382. His igitur gestis ringuntur scaeua procorum His igitur gestis ringuntur scaeua procorum
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 3\3, ca: cf, pa: f, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: aAvbB, pat: SSSD
So, after these things had been done, the suitors’ wicked hearts,
CdV 2383. Pectora letifero zeli maculata ueneno, Pectora letifero zeli maculata ueneno,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: aAvBb, pat: DSSS
snarled, having been polluted with the deadly poison of resentment,
CdV 2384. Dum cernunt amplum sponsas expendere censum. Dum cernunt amplum sponsas expendere censum.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SSSS
when they saw that their [intended] spouses had disbursed their abundant affluence.
CdV 2385. Interea Romam linquens Victoria uirgo Interea Romam linquens Victoria uirgo
DDDS

sa: 2\3, ta: d, oa: d, ha: Y
Meanwhile, the virgin Victoria, leaving Rome
CdV 2386. Exul in exilium Tribulanae ducitur urbis, Exul in exilium Tribulanae ducitur urbis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: Vc, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
as an exile, was taken to the exile of the city of Tribula.
CdV 2387. Quo draco funestus ructabat flamina uentris Quo draco funestus ructabat flamina uentris
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: vV, oa: vV, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Where a deadly dragon belched its breath from its stomach,
CdV 2388. Limpida letiferis corrumpens aera uenenis Limpida letiferis corrumpens aera uenenis
SSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: s, pa: f, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: abBA, pat: DSSD
corrupting the clear air with deadly poisons
CdV 2389. In tantum, ut ciues uasto crepitante tumultu In tantum, ut ciues uasto crepitante tumultu
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DDSS
to such an extent that the citizens in a great seething mass,
CdV 2390. Linquere iam mallent pollutam flatibus urbem Linquere iam mallent pollutam flatibus urbem
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: c, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: CAaBb, pat: DDSS
now preferred to abandon the city poisoned by its breath;
CdV 2391. Exosi latebram, qua horrens belua latebat. Exosi latebram, qua horrens belua latebat.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SSSS
they loathed the lair where the horrifying best was lurking.
CdV 2392. His igitur miseris spondet Victoria uirgo, His igitur miseris spondet Victoria uirgo,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: AaVBb, pat: DSSS
Therefore, the virgin Victoria promised these wretches,
CdV 2393. Credula si domino pandant praecordia Christo Credula si domino pandant praecordia Christo
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: r, pat: SDSS
if they would open up faithful hearts to the Lord Christ,
CdV 2394. Lurida pestifero linquentes idola cultu, Lurida pestifero linquentes idola cultu,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pat: DDSS
abandoning the ghastly idols of their noxious cult,
CdV 2395. Vt dicto citius truculentam flamine gypsam, Vt dicto citius truculentam flamine gypsam,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
that quicker than words she would expel from the people
CdV 2396. Quae turmas uulgi multabat strage cruenta, Quae turmas uulgi multabat strage cruenta,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
the serpent savage with its breath, which was tormenting crowds of folk
CdV 2397. Pelleret e populo, dum mallent credere Christo. Pelleret e populo, dum mallent credere Christo.
SSSS

fs: 3\3, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
with bloody slaughter, so long as they preferred to believe in Christ.
CdV 2398. Quod dum sponderent concordi uoce cateruae, Quod dum sponderent concordi uoce cateruae,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?r, ta: V?, pa: V?r, oa: r, ma: Y, gl: AaBVb, pat: DSSS
When the hordes promised that with a unanimous voice,
CdV 2399. Ilico squamigerum proturbat uirgo celydrum Ilico squamigerum proturbat uirgo celydrum
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pat: SSSS
at once the virgin drove out the scaly serpent
CdV 2400. Et procul in uacuas iussit reptare salebras; Et procul in uacuas iussit reptare salebras;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
and ordered it to slither far off into the empty wastes.
CdV 2401. Mox draco crudelis sermonum pondere pressus Mox draco crudelis sermonum pondere pressus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Straightaway the cruel dragon, crushed by the weight of her words,
CdV 2402. Deserit obscurum squamosa pelle tigillum. Deserit obscurum squamosa pelle tigillum.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, gl: vabBA, pat: SDSS
deserted its dark rafters with its scaly skin.
CdV 2403. Sic uirgo felix aethrali freta triumpho Sic uirgo felix aethrali freta triumpho
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
In this way, the blessed virgin, relying on a heavenly triumph,
CdV 2404. Ingentem explodit sancta uirtute colubrum, Ingentem explodit sancta uirtute colubrum,
SDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: c, ha: Y
drove out the giant serpent by her holy power,
CdV 2405. Vt numquam ulterius serpens irrumperet antrum; Vt numquam ulterius serpens irrumperet antrum;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: c, ma: Y, gl: aVbAB, pat: DDSS
so that serpent would never again burst into its cave;
CdV 2406. Sed procul abscedens incultis exulat aruis, Sed procul abscedens incultis exulat aruis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: Vn, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
but withdrawing far away it went into exile in instilled fields,
CdV 2407. Iusserat ut gypsam uerbo terrente migrare Iusserat ut gypsam uerbo terrente migrare
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: p, pat: SDSS
just as with a terrifying word she had ordered the dragon to depart,
CdV 2408. Ciuibus impendens expulso natrice palmam. Ciuibus impendens expulso natrice palmam.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
granting victory to the citizens when the serpent had been expelled.
CdV 2409. Tunc rogitat ciues felix uernacula Christi, Tunc rogitat ciues felix uernacula Christi,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Then the blessed little servant of Christ asked the citizens
CdV 2410. Quatenus in cripta sibi, natrix unde nefandus Quatenus in cripta sibi, natrix unde nefandus
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
that in the den, from which the wicked snake had fled,
CdV 2411. Aufugit, pariter dignentur condere cellam. Aufugit, pariter dignentur condere cellam.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: Vv, pa: v, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
they deigned to build a cell for her.
CdV 2412. Mox ueneranda Dei supplex ut uirgo poposcit, Mox ueneranda Dei supplex ut uirgo poposcit,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Soon, just as the revered and suppliant virgin of God had asked,
CdV 2413. Insuper et decies senas iunxere puellas, Insuper et decies senas iunxere puellas,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: l, pa: l, oa: l, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
ten times six girls also joined her
CdV 2414. Quae precibus crebris laudarent uoce Tonantem, Quae precibus crebris laudarent uoce Tonantem,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m, fs: 5\3, ca: v, pat: SDDD
who would praise with their voices the Thunderer in frequent prayers,
CdV 2415. Odis Dauiticis modulantes carmina sancta. Odis Dauiticis modulantes carmina sancta.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, ca: V, pa: f, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: VaBbA, pat: DSSS
intoning the sacred songs in David’s odes.
CdV 2416. Tunc procus Eugenius dilubri flamine fretus Tunc procus Eugenius dilubri flamine fretus
DDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, pat: DSDS
Then Eugenius her suitor, supported by the priest of the shrine,
CdV 2417. Turificare iubet munusque litare Dianae, Turificare iubet munusque litare Dianae,
DDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: V, oa: V, ha: Y, h: m
ordered her to offer incense and to make an offering to Diana;
CdV 2418. Alma sed imperium spreuit complere nefandum. Alma sed imperium spreuit complere nefandum.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
but the holy one spurned to fulfil the wicked command.
CdV 2419. Idcirco macheram stricto mucrone uibrabat Idcirco macheram stricto mucrone uibrabat
SSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
For that reason, the cruel torturer began to brandish
CdV 2420. Crudelis tortor fundendo fluenta cruenta Crudelis tortor fundendo fluenta cruenta
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: p, gl: aVBab, pat: DSDS
the blade on a drawn sword, spilling bloody streams
CdV 2421. Virgineos artus consecrans sanguine rubro. Virgineos artus consecrans sanguine rubro.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: vc, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and consecrating virgin limbs with ruddy blood.
CdV 2422. Mox interfector sensit discrimina palmae, Mox interfector sensit discrimina palmae,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
Straightaway the murderer understood the dangers of his victory
CdV 2423. Arida marcescens dum torpet dextra lacerti; Arida marcescens dum torpet dextra lacerti;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
while the dry right hand on his arm, withering, grew numb;
CdV 2424. Insuper expertus calloso corpore lepram Insuper expertus calloso corpore lepram
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SDSS
in addition, he experienced leprosy on his calloused body
CdV 2425. Vermibus et scatens efflauit flamen in auras. Vermibus et scatens efflauit flamen in auras.
DSSD

fs: 3\3, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and teeming with worms, he breathed out his breath into the air.
CdV 2426. Sic quoque famosis felix Anatolia signis Sic quoque famosis felix Anatolia signis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: m, pa: m, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
So too did blessed Anatolia shine forth with well-known signs,
CdV 2427. Claruit exilium scaeui perpessa tyranni. Claruit exilium scaeui perpessa tyranni.
DDSS

fs: 4d, sa: 3\2, ta: p, pa: p, oa: sVp, ha: Y, h: s
having suffered exile because of a wicked tyrant.
CdV 2428. Consulis en sobolem constrictum nexibus artis Consulis en sobolem constrictum nexibus artis
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SDSS
Look, after obliterating the enemies, she restored ,
CdV 2429. Expertem sensus cum bruta mente uagando Expertem sensus cum bruta mente uagando
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
the panting chest of a consul’s offspring, constrained by tight bonds,
CdV 2430. Hostibus explosis restaurat pectus anhelum. Hostibus explosis restaurat pectus anhelum.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
when he had lost his senses and as wandering with a brutish mind .
CdV 2431. Quo rumore rudi diuersis pestibus aegros Quo rumore rudi diuersis pestibus aegros
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pat: SSSS
With the rumour still recent, they gathered together those afflicted with various ills,
CdV 2432. Conglomerant pariter stipantes agmine sanctam: Conglomerant pariter stipantes agmine sanctam:
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
as they crowded round the saint in a throng ,
CdV 2433. Ollis optatam reddebat uirgo salutem, Ollis optatam reddebat uirgo salutem,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: aAVBb, pat: SDDS
and the virgin restored them the health they sought.
CdV 2434. Necnon et marsum, qui toruam carmine gypsam Necnon et marsum, qui toruam carmine gypsam
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: u, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Likewise, she also cured at once the snake-charmer who had aroused
CdV 2435. Irritat, ut sanctos crudelis belua lacertos Irritat, ut sanctos crudelis belua lacertos
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: s, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
a savage serpent with his incantation
CdV 2436. Dentibus horrendis et rictu rodat aperto, Dentibus horrendis et rictu rodat aperto,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, gl: vabBA, pat: DDSS
so that the grim beast would gnaw at the saintly limbs
CdV 2437. Extemplo curat disrumpens uincla celydri, Extemplo curat disrumpens uincla celydri,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: cf, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: aVbAB, pat: DDDS
with horrific teeth and open maw; she burst apart the serpent’s bonds
CdV 2438. Qui prius in spira marsum glomerauit inertem. Qui prius in spira marsum glomerauit inertem.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: abAVB, pat: SSDS
which had previously gathered up the feeble snake-charmer in its coils.
CdV 2439. Idcirco cursim festinat credere Christo Idcirco cursim festinat credere Christo
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DDSS
As a result, he swiftly hastened to believe in Christ,
CdV 2440. Agnoscens propriam tanta uirtute salutem, Agnoscens propriam tanta uirtute salutem,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: cp, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
acknowledging his own salvation through such power.
CdV 2441. Insuper et meritum cumulauit sanguinis ostro Insuper et meritum cumulauit sanguinis ostro
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: Vc, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: aAVBb, pat: DSSS
Moreover, he also piled up his deserts with the purple of his blood,
CdV 2442. Praemia sumpturus cum caeli coetibus almis; Praemia sumpturus cum caeli coetibus almis;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: VabBA, pat: SSDD
and was ready to receive his rewards among the blessed companies of heaven.
CdV 2443. Candida post sequitur cum binis martira sertis: Candida post sequitur cum binis martira sertis:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
Afterwards, the bright-white martyr followed him with a double garland:
CdV 2444. Integritas nitidam necnon et passio rubram Integritas nitidam necnon et passio rubram
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: s, gl: ACbBa, pat: SSSS
chastity bestowed its shining crown and suffering its red;
CdV 2445. Plumabant pariter macta uirtute coronam. Plumabant pariter macta uirtute coronam.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, gl: ABaVb, pat: SSSS
with her virtue being equally rewarded.
CdV 2446. Digestis igitur sanctorum laudibus almis, Digestis igitur sanctorum laudibus almis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSSS
So, after the holy praises have been set out of the saints,
CdV 2447. Quorum rumores sub caeli culmine flagrant, Quorum rumores sub caeli culmine flagrant,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, gl: abBA, pat: SSSS
the reports of whom blaze beneath the heights of heaven,
CdV 2448. Restat, ut ingentes depromant carmina pugnas Restat, ut ingentes depromant carmina pugnas
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: p, gl: AbaBV, pat: SSSS
it remains for this poem to proclaim the mighty battles
CdV 2449. Ex uitiis procedentes, uirtutibus atque Ex uitiis procedentes, uirtutibus atque
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
arising from the Vices which will deny
CdV 2450. Virginibus Christi quae caeli regna negabunt Virginibus Christi quae caeli regna negabunt
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, pa: V, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
the kingdom of heaven to Christ’s virgins,
CdV 2451. Florida lucifluae claudent et limina portae, Florida lucifluae claudent et limina portae,
SDDD

sa: 2\3, ta: V?, ha: Y
and will close the glorious thresholds of the gate that streams with light,
CdV 2452. Ni uirtute Dei procul eliminata fatescant Ni uirtute Dei procul eliminata fatescant
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
unless, driven far away by God’s power, they fail
CdV 2453. Et fugiant furuas Christo trudente sub umbras. Et fugiant furuas Christo trudente sub umbras.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m, fs: 5\2, pa: s, pat: SDDD
and flee beneath dusky shadows, with Christ driving them on.
CdV 2454. Ecce cateruatim glomerant ad bella falanges, Ecce cateruatim glomerant ad bella falanges,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, pa: s, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
Look, in droves the troops gather together for battle,
CdV 2455. Iustitiae comites et uirtutum agmina sancta; Iustitiae comites et uirtutum agmina sancta;
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
the companions of Justice and the holy companies of Virtues;
CdV 2456. His aduersantur uitiorum castra maligna, His aduersantur uitiorum castra maligna,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SSSS
against them there stands the wicked camp of Vices
CdV 2457. Spissa nefandarum quae torquent spicula rerum, Spissa nefandarum quae torquent spicula rerum,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, pa: rp, ma: Y, gl: aABVb, pat: DDSS
that send spinning densely packed showers of darts of evil deeds,
CdV 2458. Aemula ceu pugnat populorum turma duorum, Aemula ceu pugnat populorum turma duorum,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
just as the rival troops of two hosts come to fight,
CdV 2459. Dum uexilla ferunt et clangit classica salpix Dum uexilla ferunt et clangit classica salpix
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SDSS
while they bear banners and the battle-trumpet blared
CdV 2460. Ac stimulant Martem legionum cornua cantu. Ac stimulant Martem legionum cornua cantu.
SSSS

sa: 4\2, ta: d, oa: d, ha: Y
and the horns of the hosts rouse up War with their song.
CdV 2461. His, inquam, denso uirtutes agmine plures His, inquam, denso uirtutes agmine plures
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: SDSS
Against these Vices, I say, there stand
CdV 2462. Occurrunt uitiis: gestantes bellica signa, Occurrunt uitiis: gestantes bellica signa,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, gl: AabVB, pat: DSSS
more Virtues in dense formation, they carry battle-standards,
CdV 2463. Cassida cum thoracis necnon ancile duelli Cassida cum thoracis necnon ancile duelli
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 4\3, ca: V, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
helmets with mail coats, and also shields of conflict
CdV 2464. Et macheram uerbi peccati monstra necantem Et macheram uerbi peccati monstra necantem
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 1\4, pat: DSSS
and the sword of the Word that slays the monsters of sin,
CdV 2465. Se in spatium pariter portant ad proelia mundi; Se in spatium pariter portant ad proelia mundi;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
as they likewise put themselves into position for the battle of the world.
CdV 2466. Virtutes quoque parmarum testudine sumpta Virtutes quoque parmarum testudine sumpta
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: pf, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
After they had taken up their protective shield-formation, the Virtues
CdV 2467. Saeua profanorum contundunt tela sparorum. Saeua profanorum contundunt tela sparorum.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: n, pat: DSSS
beat back the cruel missiles of the wicked spears.
CdV 2468. Virginitas igitur, quae calcat crimina stupri, Virginitas igitur, quae calcat crimina stupri,
SSSS

sa: 2\3, ta: p
For that reason, may Virginity, that tramples down the sins of licentiousness,
CdV 2469. Quam non deturpat peccati scaeua cicatrix, Quam non deturpat peccati scaeua cicatrix,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: pf, pa: cf, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and whom the perverse scar of transgression does not disfigures,
CdV 2470. Contra bellantes studeat certare cateruas Contra bellantes studeat certare cateruas
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: t, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
be keen to contend against the warring troops,
CdV 2471. Octenosque duces, quibus haerent agmina saeua, Octenosque duces, quibus haerent agmina saeua,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, ta: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
and may the virgin strive with armed force to defeat the eight leaders
CdV 2472. Viribus armatis nitatur uincere uirgo! Viribus armatis nitatur uincere uirgo!
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SSDD
to whom the cruel companies cling.
CdV 2473. Nec solum prodest tirones sternere stupri Nec solum prodest tirones sternere stupri
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SDDD
Not only is it useful to lay low the recruits of licentiousness
CdV 2474. Et macerare suam crudeli uibice carnem, Et macerare suam crudeli uibice carnem,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and to torment their flesh with the fierce lash
CdV 2475. Cetera ni fuerint uitiorum crimina septem Cetera ni fuerint uitiorum crimina septem
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
unless the other offences of the seven Vices
CdV 2476. Ad diram prostrata necem grassantibus armis: Ad diram prostrata necem grassantibus armis:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
are flattened in dread death by vexing weapons:
CdV 2477. Vt populus domini liquit Memphitica sceptra Vt populus domini liquit Memphitica sceptra
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: lc, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
just as the Lord’s people abandoned Egyptian rule,
CdV 2478. Vmida cum siccis peruadens caerula plantis Vmida cum siccis peruadens caerula plantis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: hV?, oa: hV?, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
walking through the wet sea-surface with dry feet,
CdV 2479. Et quater annorum compleuit tempora dena, Et quater annorum compleuit tempora dena,
SSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DDSS
and completed a period of years of four decades,
CdV 2480. Hoc est octeni spatiosa uolumina lustri, Hoc est octeni spatiosa uolumina lustri,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: cs, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
that is to say the lengthy turning of eight lustra,
CdV 2481. Vsquequo promissae telluris regna capessit. Vsquequo promissae telluris regna capessit.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSS
until the point that they attained the kingdom of the promised land.
CdV 2482. Sed plebs Aegipti rubro sub gurgite mersa, Sed plebs Aegipti rubro sub gurgite mersa,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
But the people of Egypt, drowned beneath the Red Sea
CdV 2483. Qui turmas flustris densas perdebat aquosis, Qui turmas flustris densas perdebat aquosis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
which destroyed their dense troops in its watery calm,
CdV 2484. Ingluuiem uentris iuste signare potestur. Ingluuiem uentris iuste signare potestur.
SSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: Vn, pa: V, oa: Vn, ma: V, ha: Y
can with good reason signify the Gluttony of the belly.
CdV 2485. Quapropter prauas expugnans uirgo cohortes Quapropter prauas expugnans uirgo cohortes
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
For that reason, may the virgin, attacking the depraved hosts army,
CdV 2486. Hanc pestem primo diram certamine uincat! Hanc pestem primo diram certamine uincat!
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: nm, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
defeat this dread pestilence in the first conflict.
CdV 2487. Quam sequitur scelerata falanx luxusque ciborum Quam sequitur scelerata falanx luxusque ciborum
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: n, oa: n, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
A sinful phalanx follows [Gluttony], excess of food,
CdV 2488. Ebrietasque simul necnon et crapula cordis, Ebrietasque simul necnon et crapula cordis,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?n, ta: V?, pa: Vn, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
drunkenness, and likewise surfeit of the heart,
CdV 2489. Ingluuiem dapibus quae semper pascit opimis; Ingluuiem dapibus quae semper pascit opimis;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: aVbBA, pat: DSDS
which always feeds Gluttony with rich feasts.
CdV 2490. Sed gula, quae dulcis lurcatur fercula uictus Sed gula, quae dulcis lurcatur fercula uictus
SDDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: m, pat: SSSD
But greed which guzzles courses of sweet food
CdV 2491. Et gestit saturare sui penitralia uentris Et gestit saturare sui penitralia uentris
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSSS
and craves to satisfy the innermost recesses of its belly,
CdV 2492. Ac stomachum farcire studet praepinguibus extis, Ac stomachum farcire studet praepinguibus extis,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?s, pa: cs, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and is keen to stuff the stomach with fatty titbits,
CdV 2493. Ieiunii ualidis pellax prosternitur armis. Ieiunii ualidis pellax prosternitur armis.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
this deceitful is laid low by the strong weapons of fasting.
CdV 2494. Nam protoplaustus, quem rex formauit Olimpi Nam protoplaustus, quem rex formauit Olimpi
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: n, pat: SDSS
For the first-made man, whom the king of Olympus created,
CdV 2495. Ruricolamque rudem palmis plasmauerat almis Ruricolamque rudem palmis plasmauerat almis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: s, pat: SDSS
and had moulded with holy hands this fresh inhabitant of the earth,
CdV 2496. Pectora fecundans caelesti flamine uitae, Pectora fecundans caelesti flamine uitae,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: s, pa: V?s, oa: V?, ma: Y, e: h, pat: SDDD
swelling his breast with the heavenly breath of life,
CdV 2497. Iamdudum cecidit prostratus fraude gulosa, Iamdudum cecidit prostratus fraude gulosa,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: V?, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
a long time ago fell, laid low by greedy deceit,
CdV 2498. Dum uetitum ligni malum decerperet ambro; Dum uetitum ligni malum decerperet ambro;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: s, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
when he, a glutton, plucked the forbidden apple from the tree;
CdV 2499. A quo pestiferum glescebat semen in orbe, A quo pestiferum glescebat semen in orbe,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pat: DDSS
and from him a pestilential seed grew up in the world,
CdV 2500. Vnde seges spissa spurcis succreuit aristis. Vnde seges spissa spurcis succreuit aristis.
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: cv, pa: v, ma: Y, gl: aabB, pat: DSSS
and from that there grew up a crop thick with a vile harvest.
CdV 2501. Ebrietas animos solet eneruare uirorum: Ebrietas animos solet eneruare uirorum:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Drunkenness usually weakens the minds of men:
CdV 2502. Nam sator et mundi regnator post cataclismum, Nam sator et mundi regnator post cataclismum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 5\2, pat: SDSS
for the progenitor and ruler of the world after the Flood,
CdV 2503. Cum genus humanum multarent aequora flustris, Cum genus humanum multarent aequora flustris,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
when the seas punished the human race with their waters,
CdV 2504. Pastinat in scrobibus frondenti palmite uitem Pastinat in scrobibus frondenti palmite uitem
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: f, ta: f, pa: V?f, oa: f, ma: Y, e: s, pat: DDSS
planted a vine with burgeoning shoots in the furrows,
CdV 2505. Atque bibens nectar nudabat turpe ueretrum, Atque bibens nectar nudabat turpe ueretrum,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: v, pat: DSDS
and drinking the nectar he disgracefully exposed his penis,
CdV 2506. Proles ut stolide rideret uoce procaci; Proles ut stolide rideret uoce procaci;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pat: SSSS
so that his son laughed stupidly with a shameless voice;
CdV 2507. Quod probrum cupiunt fratres uelare paternum Quod probrum cupiunt fratres uelare paternum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
and his brothers, the third and first, wanted to hide their father’s
CdV 2508. Tertius et primus pepli sub ueste tegentes. Tertius et primus pepli sub ueste tegentes.
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
shameful deed, covering him under the clothing of a robe.
CdV 2509. Si Bacchus ualuit uenerandum cogere uatem, Si Bacchus ualuit uenerandum cogere uatem,
SSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: c, pat: SDSS
If Bacchus could compel the venerable prophet
CdV 2510. Vt deuotaret sobolem et genus omne nepotum Vt deuotaret sobolem et genus omne nepotum
SDDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
to curse his son and the whole race of his descendants,
CdV 2511. Dicens “Sit famulus Chanaan maledictus in aeuum”, Dicens “Sit famulus Chanaan maledictus in aeuum”,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: AbaB, pat: SDSS
saying ‘May the servant of Canaan be cursed forever’,
CdV 2512. Nunc potius metuat defruti pocula uirgo, Nunc potius metuat defruti pocula uirgo,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ta: V?, pa: fV?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
then let the virgin now fear still more firmly cups of boiled down wine,
CdV 2513. Aethralem linquat ne uictrix forte coronam, Aethralem linquat ne uictrix forte coronam,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: Vc, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
lest perhaps she might lose the victory of a heavenly crown,
CdV 2514. Ebrius ad uitae si nescit tendere callem! Ebrius ad uitae si nescit tendere callem!
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: t, ca: t, ta: t, pa: t, oa: t, ma: Y, gl: AabBV, pat: SDSD
since a drunkard does not know how to proceed on the path of life.
CdV 2515. Loth quoque, qui largus sceleratos uixerat inter, Loth quoque, qui largus sceleratos uixerat inter,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: avbBA, pat: DSSS
Lot too, who lived liberally among wicked men
CdV 2516. Hospes hospitibus praebens umbracula lecti Hospes hospitibus praebens umbracula lecti
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and as a host offered the shelter of a bed to guests
CdV 2517. Dapsilis et tribuens cunctis solamina uictus, Dapsilis et tribuens cunctis solamina uictus,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ta: f, pa: fv, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
and provided the comfort of lavish food to all,
CdV 2518. Cum scortatores et molles sorde cenidos, Cum scortatores et molles sorde cenidos,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
when dark thunderbolts with sulphurous flames set fire to
CdV 2519. Qui Sodomae facinus patrabant more nefando, Qui Sodomae facinus patrabant more nefando,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
the fornicators and catamites, made soft by sin,
CdV 2520. Caerula sulphureis torrerent fulmina flammis, Caerula sulphureis torrerent fulmina flammis,
DDSS

sa: 4\2, ta: m, oa: m, ha: Y
who were committing the crimes of Sodom in a wicked way,
CdV 2521. Nonne sator soboles stupro cognouit adultas Nonne sator soboles stupro cognouit adultas
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: ct, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
did the father not know full-grown daughters in debauchery
CdV 2522. Ebrius? in thalamo natarum nescius errat; Ebrius? in thalamo natarum nescius errat;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: VAbBa, pat: DSDS
when he was drunk? He wandered without knowing it into his children’s chambers;
CdV 2523. Quod scelus infandum patraret crimine numquam, Quod scelus infandum patraret crimine numquam,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, oa: p, ma: Y, gl: ACaBb, pat: DSSS
and he would never have committed this unspeakable sinful offence, ,
CdV 2524. Ni mero madidus nesciret iura tororum. Ni mero madidus nesciret iura tororum.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: sc, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
without being sodden with strong wine, not recognising the rights of their beds.
CdV 2525. Quid memorem sapae temulentum nectare Nabal, Quid memorem sapae temulentum nectare Nabal,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSS
Why do I recall Nabal, inebriated with the nectar of new wine,
CdV 2526. Qui genus extorris necnon et nomen auitum Qui genus extorris necnon et nomen auitum
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
who, when he was drunk and driven out, laughing with a stupid voice,
CdV 2527. Ebrius exprobrat stolida cum uoce cachinnans? Ebrius exprobrat stolida cum uoce cachinnans?
SSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SSSS
reproached his race and his grandfather’s name?
CdV 2528. Et ni matrona prudens fore damna marito Et ni matrona prudens fore damna marito
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
And unless the wise housewife had recognised , through her ever-vigilant sense,
CdV 2529. Peruigili sensu nosset uentura maligno, Peruigili sensu nosset uentura maligno,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: Vc, ma: Y, gl: AbVaB, pat: DSSS
the damage that would be coming to her wicked husband:
CdV 2530. Heu quantos demens seu quales stragis aceruos Heu quantos demens seu quales stragis aceruos
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
alas, how many and what kinds of piles of carnage there would be,
CdV 2531. A rege spreto pateretur lentus in aula, A rege spreto pateretur lentus in aula,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
which [Nabal], demented and sluggish in his hall would have suffered from the spurned king,
CdV 2532. Vt nullum paries mingentem lotia nosset, Vt nullum paries mingentem lotia nosset,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: f, pat: SDSS
so that the wall would have known anyone urinating piss
CdV 2533. Ante Aurora rubrum quam lumen spargeret aruis! Ante Aurora rubrum quam lumen spargeret aruis!
SDDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: p, pat: SDSS
before dawn sprinkled rosy light on the fields!
CdV 2534. Idcirco hanc beluam studeat superare uirago, Idcirco hanc beluam studeat superare uirago,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: vc, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
For that reason, may the bold virgin be keen to overcome this beast,
CdV 2535. Ne balena uorax ualuas explodat Olimpi, Ne balena uorax ualuas explodat Olimpi,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: d, pat: SSSS
lest the voracious monster should smash the gates of heaven
CdV 2536. Spiritus ut nequeat paradisi scandere sceptrum! Spiritus ut nequeat paradisi scandere sceptrum!
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: sp, ta: p, pa: sp, ma: Y, pat: SDSD
so that the soul is unable to ascend to the kingdom of paradise!
CdV 2537. Dura quidem iugiter uirtutes bella facessunt Dura quidem iugiter uirtutes bella facessunt
DSSS

sa: 2\3, ta: f, oa: V, ha: Y, pat: AavBbC
Indeed, the Virtues are continually eager to wage harsh wars
CdV 2538. Ingluuiem contra uincentem ferrea corda, Ingluuiem contra uincentem ferrea corda,
DDSS

fs: 4\2, sa: m, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
against Gluttony which overcomes iron hearts;
CdV 2539. Sed tamen integritas ieiunis uiribus obstat, Sed tamen integritas ieiunis uiribus obstat,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, ta: f, pa: fV, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
Integrity however stands in its way with the strength of fasting,
CdV 2540. Frangantur dapibus ne propugnacula mentis. Frangantur dapibus ne propugnacula mentis.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, e: h?, pat: DSSS
so that the parapets of the spirit may not be broken by feasts.
CdV 2541. Nectaris idcirco contemnit pocula mulsa Nectaris idcirco contemnit pocula mulsa
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
Thus, virgin despises sweetened draughts of nectar
CdV 2542. Atque opulenta fugit pro Christo fercula uirgo, Atque opulenta fugit pro Christo fercula uirgo,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: c, pa: c, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and flees from sumptuous dishes for Christ,
CdV 2543. Virginitas felix queat ut seruire Tonanti. Virginitas felix queat ut seruire Tonanti.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SDDS
so that blessed Virginity can serve the Thunderer.
CdV 2544. Exin certamen stuprorum bella secundum Exin certamen stuprorum bella secundum
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Next, the bland wars stir up a second contest,
CdV 2545. Blanda cient caste Christo famulantibus alto, Blanda cient caste Christo famulantibus alto,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V?c, ta: V?, pa: V?c, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
licentiousness against those who chastely serve lofty Christ.
CdV 2546. Verum uirginitas scortorum casta lupanar Verum uirginitas scortorum casta lupanar
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: p, gl: AbVBa, pat: DDSS
Indeed, with her feet chaste virginity tramples
CdV 2547. Conculcat pedibus caeni fetentis adinstar. Conculcat pedibus caeni fetentis adinstar.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: SSSS
upon the whorehouse of prostitutes just like stinking filth.
CdV 2548. Ex hoc nascuntur monstro turpissima uerba Ex hoc nascuntur monstro turpissima uerba
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, ca: v, ta: v, pa: V?v, oa: V?f, ma: Y, e: m, pat: DSSS
From this monster the foulest words are born
CdV 2549. Necnon scurrilitas et scaeuo ludicra gestu, Necnon scurrilitas et scaeuo ludicra gestu,
DSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: f, gl: AaCBb, pat: DSDS
and also, indecency, diversions with perverse gestures,
CdV 2550. Friuolus et fallax amor ac petulantia lusus. Friuolus et fallax amor ac petulantia lusus.
SSDS

sa: 4\2, ta: V, ma: V, ha: Y
trifling and false love, and wantonness of sport.
CdV 2551. O quantos qualesque uiros et laude celebres O quantos qualesque uiros et laude celebres
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: abAB, pat: DDSS
Oh, how great and what kinds of men, famous with praise,
CdV 2552. Haec Bellona ferox sub tristia Tartara trusit Haec Bellona ferox sub tristia Tartara trusit
DSSS

fs: 4d, sa: 2\3, ta: V?, pa: c, oa: c, ha: Y
has this ferocious Valkyrie thrust beneath gloomy Tartarus,
CdV 2553. Virgineum demens strofosa fraude triumphum! Virgineum demens strofosa fraude triumphum!
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
taking away virginal triumph through devious deception!
CdV 2554. Non sic egregium uirtutis perdere palmam Non sic egregium uirtutis perdere palmam
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: vf, ta: v, pa: vf, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Yet not so was the appearance of beauty able to force
CdV 2555. Forma uenustatis ualuit compellere Ioseph, Forma uenustatis ualuit compellere Ioseph,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: cr, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
the splendid Joseph to lose the palm of virtue;
CdV 2556. Qui dominam spreuit nectentem retia luxus Qui dominam spreuit nectentem retia luxus
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
he spurned the mistress who was setting nets of licentiousness,
CdV 2557. Et stuprum fugiens pepli uelamina linquit. Et stuprum fugiens pepli uelamina linquit.
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: aABb, pat: SSSS
and fleeing from licentiousness he abandoned the covering of his cloak.
CdV 2558. Idcirco felix meruit Memphitica sceptra; Idcirco felix meruit Memphitica sceptra;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, ta: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
For that reason, the blessed man deserved the rule of Egypt rule;
CdV 2559. Quem totus celebrem terrarum praedicat orbis. Quem totus celebrem terrarum praedicat orbis.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: cs, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the whole globe of the world declares him celebrated!
CdV 2560. Quid referam Iudith generosa stirpe creatam Quid referam Iudith generosa stirpe creatam
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V?s, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: CabBA, pat: DSSS
What shall I say of Judith, who came of noble stock,
CdV 2561. Prostibulum regis temnentem corpore puro Prostibulum regis temnentem corpore puro
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: v, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: VabAB, pat: DDSS
despising the king’s whorehouse with her pure body
CdV 2562. Et stuprum sceleris calcantem corde profanum? Et stuprum sceleris calcantem corde profanum?
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4f, fs: 3\3, pa: c, pat: DDSD
and trampling down in their heart the wicked licentiousness of sin?
CdV 2563. Ciuibus idcirco mortis discrimina passis Ciuibus idcirco mortis discrimina passis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, e: m, pat: SDDS
After the citizens had suffered the dangers of death,
CdV 2564. Casta cruentatum gestauit bulga tropeum Casta cruentatum gestauit bulga tropeum
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the chaste one carried a bloody trophy in a leather bag,
CdV 2565. Seruans integrum deuota mente pudorem. Seruans integrum deuota mente pudorem.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
as she kept her chastity intact with a devoted heart.
CdV 2566. Sic uitium carnis polluta sorde nocentis Sic uitium carnis polluta sorde nocentis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: pd, pa: d, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
In this way in blessed triumph chaste integrity rejects
CdV 2567. Integritas almo contemnit casta triumpho Integritas almo contemnit casta triumpho
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: d, pa: V?d, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
the vice of harmful flesh with its polluted filth,
CdV 2568. Aemula uirgineis proturbans bella sagittis, Aemula uirgineis proturbans bella sagittis,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, gl: AbBaV, pat: DDSS
repelling hostile battles with virginal arrows,
CdV 2569. Lurida prostibuli ne possit serpere uirus Lurida prostibuli ne possit serpere uirus
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: sc, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
lest the lurid poison of the whorehouse crawls
CdV 2570. In fibras fragiles succensis torre medullis. In fibras fragiles succensis torre medullis.
SDSS

sa: 2\3, oa: p
into the frail fibres after the marrow has been enflamed with fire.
CdV 2571. Post Philargiria producit tertia bellum, Post Philargiria producit tertia bellum,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: aVAbB, pat: DSDS
Third after that, love of money, promotes a battle,
CdV 2572. Interpretatur uitium quod forte cupido. Interpretatur uitium quod forte cupido.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: t, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
a Vice perhaps best understood as ‘avarice’.
CdV 2573. Haec ductrix pugnae stipatur milite denso, Haec ductrix pugnae stipatur milite denso,
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
This battle-leader is densely surrounded with warriors;
CdV 2574. Non sola graditur per publica strata pedestris Non sola graditur per publica strata pedestris
DDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, gl: aVAbB, pat: SSDS
she does not stride walking alone through public streets,
CdV 2575. Arma cruenta ferens et spicula lita ueneno; Arma cruenta ferens et spicula lita ueneno;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: sc, pa: Vc, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
bearing bloody weapons and spears smeared with poison.
CdV 2576. Haec comites prauos, id est mendacia mille, Haec comites prauos, id est mendacia mille,
SSSS

fs: 4d, sa: 2\3, oa: V?, ma: V?, ha: Y, h: m
She, burning with false witnesses, gathers into battle-formation
CdV 2577. Fraudes et fures ac falsis fribola gestis, Fraudes et fures ac falsis fribola gestis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: f, pa: V, ma: Y, gl: aVBAb, pat: SDSS
her vile companions, that is, a thousand lies,
CdV 2578. Appetitus turpis lucri et periuria inepta Appetitus turpis lucri et periuria inepta
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: v, pa: s, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: aVbBA, pat: SDSS
deceits, and thieves, frivolousness in false deeds,
CdV 2579. Atque rapinarum maculatos crimine quaestus Atque rapinarum maculatos crimine quaestus
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
appetites for filthy lucre, unseemly perjuries
CdV 2580. Conglobat in cuneum cum falsis testibus ardens: Conglobat in cuneum cum falsis testibus ardens:
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: f, pat: DDSS
and profits stained with the crime of plunder.
CdV 2581. Vt psalmista canit lacrimans delicta reorum Vt psalmista canit lacrimans delicta reorum
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
As the Psalmist sang, lamenting the sins of the guilty
CdV 2582. Semper auaritiae nummi seruire uolentum Semper auaritiae nummi seruire uolentum
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, pa: cV, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
who are always willing to be slaves to avarice for money,
CdV 2583. “Thesaurizat et ignorat, cui congregat illa”; “Thesaurizat et ignorat, cui congregat illa”;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
‘He stores up treasures and knows not for whom it is piled up’;
CdV 2584. Paulus apostolico promulgat famine doctor Paulus apostolico promulgat famine doctor
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, pa: t, oa: tf, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
Paul, the teacher of the saints, in an apostolic utterance,
CdV 2585. Sanctorum causam contestans esse malorum. Sanctorum causam contestans esse malorum.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: v, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
proclaimed the same, maintaining that it was the cause of evils.
CdV 2586. Hoc uitium idcirco conetur frangere uirgo, Hoc uitium idcirco conetur frangere uirgo,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
For that reason, may a virgin try to break this vice,
CdV 2587. Dum facinus uastum loculi gestator auarus Dum facinus uastum loculi gestator auarus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: Vc, ta: c, pa: Vc, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
since a greedy bearer of a purse [Judas] committed
CdV 2588. In dominum lucis strofa patrauerat atra; In dominum lucis strofa patrauerat atra;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: c, pat: SDDS
an enormous crime against the Lord of light with a dark dodge:
CdV 2589. Credita qui rabidis furtim marsuppia palmis Credita qui rabidis furtim marsuppia palmis
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
with frenzied hands like a thief, he stole the pouch he had been trusted with
CdV 2590. Compilat et stipem cupidus clam fraudat egentum; Compilat et stipem cupidus clam fraudat egentum;
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: p, oa: d, ma: p, ha: Y, pat: abVAB
and being greedy he secretly embezzled the payment to those in need.
CdV 2591. Vltio quapropter letali calce reatum Vltio quapropter letali calce reatum
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: n, pa: V?c, ma: Y, gl: aVBAb, pat: SSSS
For that reason, vengeance punished this guilt with a deadly end,
CdV 2592. Vindicat et furem crudeli uerbere plectit, Vindicat et furem crudeli uerbere plectit,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 5\2, ca: Vv, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
and afflicted the thief with a cruel beating;
CdV 2593. Qui regem caeli redimentem saecla cruore Qui regem caeli redimentem saecla cruore
DSSS

ca: c, pat: DDSD
the one who, out of his mind and blinded by a gift of solver
CdV 2594. Vendidit argenti caecatus munere demens. Vendidit argenti caecatus munere demens.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: cf, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
sold the King of heaven, who redeemed the world with his blood.
CdV 2595. Necnon Ebreae gentis regnator auarus, Necnon Ebreae gentis regnator auarus,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, gl: AaBVb, pat: SSDS
Likewise, the greedy ruler of the Hebrew nation [Ahab],
CdV 2596. A quo florigera fraudatur uinea Naboth A quo florigera fraudatur uinea Naboth
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: m, ta: v, pa: v, oa: m, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
by whom Naboth was cheated of his flourishing vineyard to ,
CdV 2597. Coniuge crudeli scedam scribente nefandam, ... Coniuge crudeli scedam scribente nefandam, ...
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSD
after a cruel wife wrote a wicked document.
CdV 2598. Hoc scelus amborum strofoso crimine gestum Hoc scelus amborum strofoso crimine gestum
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
The avenger, looking down from the citadels above,
CdV 2599. Castigat ex superis prospectans arcibus ultor. Castigat ex superis prospectans arcibus ultor.
DDSD

fs: 3\2, ca: n, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
chastised this crime committed by deceitful sin of them both.
CdV 2600. Namque cruenta canes linxere fluenta tyranni, Namque cruenta canes linxere fluenta tyranni,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
For dogs licked the tyrant’s bloody streams,
CdV 2601. Qua dudum occubuit scopulorum grandine uasta Qua dudum occubuit scopulorum grandine uasta
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, ta: s, pa: sV, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
where the innocent leader [Naboath], who had harmed no one with weapons
CdV 2602. Innocuus princeps, qui nullum laeserat armis; Innocuus princeps, qui nullum laeserat armis;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
once lay buried under a mighty rain of rocks.
CdV 2603. Iezabel uero, quae tomum scripsit ad urbem Iezabel uero, quae tomum scripsit ad urbem
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, pa: V?f, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: avBAb, pat: DSDS
As for Jezebel, who had written the text to the town
CdV 2604. Atque probos domini multauit dira profetas, Atque probos domini multauit dira profetas,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: d, pa: nd, oa: n, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and being cruel, had afflicted the righteous prophets of the Lord,
CdV 2605. Acriter horrendi discerpunt dente molosi Acriter horrendi discerpunt dente molosi
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: t, pat: DSSD
terrifying mastiffs harshly tore her savagely to pieces with their teeth
CdV 2606. Membraque purpureo tabo perfusa ruebant. Membraque purpureo tabo perfusa ruebant.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 5\2, ca: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and mangled her limbs, drenched through with purple gore.
CdV 2607. Sic quoque quassatis princeps sub moenibus urbis Sic quoque quassatis princeps sub moenibus urbis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: SDSS
So too the leader lost his life beneath the shattered city-walls
CdV 2608. Perdidit aurati uitam per lucra metalli; Perdidit aurati uitam per lucra metalli;
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m, fs: 5\2, pat: DDSS
as a result of his greed for golden metal;
CdV 2609. Tale fuit letum miserorum forte clientum, Tale fuit letum miserorum forte clientum,
DSSS

sa: 3\3, ta: V?, pa: V, oa: V, ma: V, ha: Y, h: m
by chance there was just such a death for his wretched household,
CdV 2610. Quos simul ad mortem saxorum turba terebat, Quos simul ad mortem saxorum turba terebat,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SSSS
whom likewise a mass of rocks crushed to death,
CdV 2611. Cum domini populus muri pinnacula septem Cum domini populus muri pinnacula septem
SSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: -, pa: g, ma: Y, pat: SDDD
as the Lord’s people surrounded the seven parapets
CdV 2612. Denso uallaret cuneo fulgentibus armis: Denso uallaret cuneo fulgentibus armis:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
in dense battle-array with gleaming weapons:
CdV 2613. Salpicis et clangor necnon et classica sistri Salpicis et clangor necnon et classica sistri
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V?m, oa: V?, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SSDS
and the blare of the battle-trumpet and the clanging of the cornet
CdV 2614. Horrendum incussere metum per corda uirorum; Horrendum incussere metum per corda uirorum;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSDS
struck terrible fear into the hearts of men.
CdV 2615. Mox euersa ruunt urbis fastigia fractae, Mox euersa ruunt urbis fastigia fractae,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, pa: r, pat: DSSD
Straightaway the heights were overthrown and fell of that shattered city,
CdV 2616. Quae dudum steterant, septenis arcibus amplae. Quae dudum steterant, septenis arcibus amplae.
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
which had stood for a long time spacious in its seven citadels.
CdV 2617. Aurea sic cupidus cumulans crepundia quaestu Aurea sic cupidus cumulans crepundia quaestu
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 5\2, ca: m, pat: SDSS
So does the greedy man, piling up gold trinkets for gain,
CdV 2618. Farcit egens iugiter fuluo nummismate saccum Farcit egens iugiter fuluo nummismate saccum
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSSS
feeling needy continually stuff his sack with tawny coin;
CdV 2619. Et tamen expleri rabies ambusta negatur, Et tamen expleri rabies ambusta negatur,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: fc, pa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
just as the fires of a kindled hearth crackle more fully with flames
CdV 2620. Ceu laris accensi crepitant incendia flammis Ceu laris accensi crepitant incendia flammis
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: g, pa: t, oa: g, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and the more the furnaces are fed,
CdV 2621. Amplius et, quanto fuerint augmenta rogorum, Amplius et, quanto fuerint augmenta rogorum,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: l, pat: SDSS
the more they crave, as firebrands flare up with fuel,
CdV 2622. Tanto plus sitiunt, ut torris fomite flagrent: Tanto plus sitiunt, ut torris fomite flagrent:
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SSDS
nonetheless the burning frenzy is refused fulfilment.
CdV 2623. Sic igitur cupidus necnon infernus et ignis Sic igitur cupidus necnon infernus et ignis
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, gl: abBvA, pat: DSSS
So also, the greedy man and fire and hell
CdV 2624. Conferri possunt terno paradigmate rerum. Cofferri possunt terno paradigmate rerum.
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: d, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
can be compared by a threefold example of things.
CdV 2625. Ast uero quartam trux congregat Ira cateruam, Ast uero quartam trux congregat Ira cateruam,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: l, oa: l, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
But indeed, fierce Anger has gathered a fourth company by,
CdV 2626. Quae semper furibunda cupit discrimina belli Quae semper furibunda cupit discrimina belli
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ca: t, oa: V, ma: t, ha: Y
and she, forever frenzied, desires the dangers of war
CdV 2627. Et ciet ad pugnam mentes discordia fratrum, Et ciet ad pugnam mentes discordia fratrum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ta: d, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
and discord between brothers stirs minds to fight,
CdV 2628. Dum copulata piae disrumpit foedera pacis; Dum copulata piae disrumpit foedera pacis;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
as she breaks agreements fixed for pious peace.
CdV 2629. Ex hac nascuntur caedes cum strage nefanda Ex hac nascuntur caedes cum strage nefanda
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?c, ta: V?, pa: Vc, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
From her are born slaughters with wicked carnage,
CdV 2630. Et clamor uocis, simul indignatio frendens. Et clamor uocis, simul indignatio frendens.
DDSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: sv, pa: v, ma: Y, gl: aBAb, pat: SDSS
the uproar of voices and raging indignation.
CdV 2631. Sed moderata gestat cetram Patientia contra Sed moderata gestat cetram Patientia contra
DSSS

fs: 4d, sa: 3\2, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: V, ha: Y
Yet against that, temperate Patience carries a small shield
CdV 2632. Atque cruentatum ferro fractura cerebrum Atque cruentatum ferro fractura cerebrum
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: s, pat: DDSS
and, about to shatter with her sword raging Anger’s
CdV 2633. Irae bacchantis strepitum compescit inormem, Irae bacchantis strepitum compescit inormem,
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: pc, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
bloody skull, she calms the mighty cry
CdV 2634. Vincere ne ualeat furiarum maxima mentes, Vincere ne ualeat furiarum maxima mentes,
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: f, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
so that the greatest of furies cannot conquer minds,
CdV 2635. Quamuis Gorgoneo stridat maculata cruore Quamuis Gorgoneo stridat maculata cruore
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: p, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, gl: AabBV, pat: DSSS
even though [that one], stained with Gorgon gore, screams and hisses,
CdV 2636. Atque uenenatis mordendo sibilet ydris, Atque uenenatis mordendo sibilet ydris,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vc, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: AaaVbBV, pat: DDDS
by taking bites with her poisonous snakes,
CdV 2637. Dum caput ex herebo nigrantis filia Noctis Dum caput ex herebo nigrantis filia Noctis
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 5\2, sa: s, ca: s, ta: s, pa: Vs, oa: Vs, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
while this daughter of blackening Night raises her head
CdV 2638. Tollit et in mundum Stygiis emersa latebris Tollit et in mundum Stygiis emersa latebris
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
from the infernal regions and so having emerged from Stygian darkness
CdV 2639. Suscitat Allecto scaeuas ad scandala mentes. Suscitat Allecto scaeuas ad scandala mentes.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: t, oa: t, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
into the world Allecto incites wicked minds to snares.
CdV 2640. Haec solet ad bellum ferratos ducere contos Haec solet ad bellum ferratos ducere contos
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: V, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: aVbAB, pat: DDSS
She is accustomed to bringing iron spears to battle
CdV 2641. Horrida facturos animabus uulnera sanctis, Horrida facturos animabus uulnera sanctis,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, ca: c, pa: cp, ma: Y, pat: SSSD
which would cause horrific wounds on sainted souls,
CdV 2642. Nostras ni dominus mentes defendat inermes. Nostras ni dominus mentes defendat inermes.
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: aCVAB, pat: DDSS
if the Lord did not defend our unprotected minds.
CdV 2643. Tristitiae quinto grassantia bella tumultu Tristitiae quinto grassantia bella tumultu
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: p, pat: SSSS
In a fifth mob, the advancing attacks of Sadness
CdV 2644. Virtutum muros et propugnacula frangant Virtutum muros et propugnacula frangant
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3f | 4m, fs: 3\3, gl: abABC, pat: SSDS
shatter the walls and parapets of the Virtues
CdV 2645. Tironesque Dei uexant crudelibus armis Tironesque Dei uexant crudelibus armis
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: V, gl: abVBA, pat: SSSS
and torment God’s recruits with cruel weapons;
CdV 2646. Quaeque pusillanimis trux desperatio mentis Quaeque pusillanimis trux desperatio mentis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: dv, pa: d, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
this fierce desperation of the faint-hearted mind
CdV 2647. Opprimit incautum obtentu rancoris amari; Opprimit incautum obtentu rancoris amari;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: fv, ta: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: aVbAB, pat: DDSS
suffocates the incautious for the sake of bitter resentment.
CdV 2648. Bellator Christi sed mox umbone retundit Bellator Christi sed mox umbone retundit
SDDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pat: SSSD
But straightaway Christ’s warrior beats back with his boss
CdV 2649. Gessa tristitiae - pariter genus omne mucronum -, Gessa tristitiae - pariter genus omne mucronum -,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, gl: aBVAb, pat: SDSS
the spears of sadness, and likewise every kind of point
CdV 2650. Quae mentem stimulare solent; ni forte fatescant, Quae mentem stimulare solent; ni forte fatescant,
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: vf, ta: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: SDSS
which usually spur on the mind; lest perhaps they falter,
CdV 2651. Hunc morbum aegroti medicantur gaudia cordis Hunc morbum aegroti medicantur gaudia cordis
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
the joys of a troubled heart and a spirit that holds back
CdV 2652. Spiritus et laeto moderans praecordia gestu, Spiritus et laeto moderans praecordia gestu,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: v, pat: SDSS
the seats of emotions with happy bearing heals this disease
CdV 2653. Ne rigor et rancor mentis penitralia turbent, Ne rigor et rancor mentis penitralia turbent,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, ca: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
so that stiffness and resentment may not disturb the recesses of the mind,
CdV 2654. Vt nequeat Christi securus uiuere miles. Vt nequeat Christi securus uiuere miles.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
so that Christ’s warrior cannot live in peace.
CdV 2655. Frangatur potius mox desperatio maesta, Frangatur potius mox desperatio maesta,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V?m, ta: V?, pa: hV?m, oa: hV?, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
Let sorrowful Despair instead be smashed straightaway,
CdV 2656. Ne ruat in praeceps mentis statura labantis, Ne ruat in praeceps mentis statura labantis,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
lest the uprightness of a weakening soul should fall headlong into ruin
CdV 2657. Si firmo careat nostri fundamine Christi, Si firmo careat nostri fundamine Christi,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 4\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
if it lacks the sturdy foundation of our own Christ,
CdV 2658. Qui semper tremulos tutatur gratia gratis Qui semper tremulos tutatur gratia gratis
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pa: V?v, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
Who by his grace freely protects those who tremble
CdV 2659. Et nullum patitur letali uulnere labi, Et nullum patitur letali uulnere labi,
SSDS

sa: 4\2, ta: p, pat: aABb
and allows no one to weaken with a deadly wound,
CdV 2660. Ni desperatus medicantem spreuerit aeger! Ni desperatus medicantem spreuerit aeger!
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: V?, ma: Y, e: s, pat: DSSS
unless the despairing sick should spurn the Physician!
CdV 2661. In geminas istud nomen se findere partes In geminas istud nomen se findere partes
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 1\4, pa: c, pat: DDSD
That name [Tristitia] is believed to split itself into twin parts,
CdV 2662. Creditur et duplici dirimuntur tramite causae: Creditur et duplici dirimuntur tramite causae:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: t, ta: t, pa: t, ma: Y, e: h, pat: SSSS
and its components are separated by a double path,
CdV 2663. Vna salutaris tendens ad limina lucis, Vna salutaris tendens ad limina lucis,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DDSS
one of salvation leading to the thresholds of light,
CdV 2664. Altera mortalis penetrans ad Tartara tetra; Altera mortalis penetrans ad Tartara tetra;
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: t, gl: aVbBA, pat: SDDD
the other deadly one reaching into the dark underworld,
CdV 2665. De qua nos saluare Deus dignetur ab arce! De qua nos saluare Deus dignetur ab arce!
DSSS

sa: 2\3, ca: p, ma: p, ha: Y
from which may God from on high deign to save us!
CdV 2666. Hinc aciem sextam torpens Accidia ducit, Hinc aciem sextam torpens Accidia ducit,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Next, slothful Boredom leads the sixth battle-line:
CdV 2667. Otia quae fouet et somnos captabit inertes, Otia quae fouet et somnos captabit inertes,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pat: DSSD
she who fosters leisure and will covet idle sleep
CdV 2668. Importuna simul uerborum friuola sontum, Importuna simul uerborum friuola sontum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and likewise, the tiresome trifles of sinful words
CdV 2669. Instabiles mentis gestus et corporis actus; Instabiles mentis gestus et corporis actus;
DDSS

fs: 4d, sa: 3\2, pa: c, oa: sc, ha: Y
and fickle attitudes of mind and actions of the body.
CdV 2670. Inquietudo simul stipatur milite denso. Inquietudo simul stipatur milite denso.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
Likewise, Restlessness is thronged by a dense force.
CdV 2671. Peruigil hanc pestem calcat constantia mentis, Peruigil hanc pestem calcat constantia mentis,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
Ever-vigilant constancy of mind, which with Christ’s small shield
CdV 2672. Quae cetra Christi gestit defendere uitam: Quae cetra Christi gestit defendere uitam:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
seeks to defend life , tramples on this one;
CdV 2673. Hostibus explosis secura pace potitur. Hostibus explosis secura pace potitur.
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: s, pa: Vd, oa: Vs, ma: Y, gl: AabBV, pat: DSSS
and when the enemy has been destroyed, it achieves untroubled peace.
CdV 2674. Spiritus ille uagus cupit, ut mens otia quaerat Spiritus ille uagus cupit, ut mens otia quaerat
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: p, ta: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
For that wandering spirit desires that the mind should seek leisure
CdV 2675. Occupet et stupidum iam somnolentia sensum, Occupet et stupidum iam somnolentia sensum,
DDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: t
and that sleepiness should now seize the dulled sense,
CdV 2676. Sedula sollicitum pulset ne lectio pectus Sedula sollicitum pulset ne lectio pectus
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: Vp, pa: p, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
so that careful reading should not trouble the attentive heart
CdV 2677. Lumina nec uigilum scripturae tramite tendant. Lumina nec uigilum scripturae tramite tendant.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
nor the eyes lead the wakeful on the path of Scripture.
CdV 2678. Septimus insequitur densis exercitus armis, Septimus insequitur densis exercitus armis,
SSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
A seventh army follows, with packed weapons,
CdV 2679. Quam pestem prisci dicunt Cenodoxia Graeci, Quam pestem prisci dicunt Cenodoxia Graeci,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSD
and the ancient Greeks called that pestilence Cenodoxia,
CdV 2680. Vana quod in Latium transfertur gloria nomen. Vana quod in Latium transfertur gloria nomen.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, pa: p, ma: Y, gl: AabBC, pat: SSSS
which is translated into the Latin name Vana Gloria[Vainglory].
CdV 2681. Haec protoplaustum pellexit fraude colonum Haec protoplaustum pellexit fraude colonum
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
When the accomplice of evils was urging wicked sin,
CdV 2682. Dirum persuadente scelus fautore malorum, Dirum persuadente scelus fautore malorum,
SSSS

fs: 4d, sa: 2\3, ta: n, oa: sV, ha: Y
it was her that misled the first man by deception,
CdV 2683. Tales ex atro dum rupit pectore uoces: Tales ex atro dum rupit pectore uoces:
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
when she spat out from her black heart words such as these:
CdV 2684. “In quacumque die uultis decerpere fructum, “In quacumque die uultis decerpere fructum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
‘On whatever day you are willing to pick the fruit,
CdV 2685. Mox patefacta fiunt uestratis lumina frontis Mox patefacta fiunt uestratis lumina frontis
SSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: pc, ma: Y, pat: DSSD
the eyes in your face will straightaway become opened up
CdV 2686. Necnon diuini uobis comitantur honores. Necnon diuini uobis comitantur honores.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: d, oa: d, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and also, divine honours will follow you.’
CdV 2687. O quam falsa latro spondebat friuola mendax, O quam falsa latro spondebat friuola mendax,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?, ma: Y, gl: aABVb, pat: SDDS
Oh, what false trifles the lying thief pledged
CdV 2688. Vt concessa rudis fuscaret munera uitae! Vt concessa rudis fuscaret munera uitae!
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
in order to darken the gifts of new life that had been granted!
CdV 2689. Nonne satis foret, ut quadro cum cardine mundus, Nonne satis foret, ut quadro cum cardine mundus,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
Would it not have been enough that the world with its four corners,
CdV 2690. Quem uertigo poli longis anfractibus ambit, Quem uertigo poli longis anfractibus ambit,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pa: c, pat: SSSS
which the turning of the sky embraces with long rotations,
CdV 2691. Vsibus humanis seruiret rite per aeuum, Vsibus humanis seruiret rite per aeuum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m, fs: 5\2, ca: l, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
rightly serve human purposes forever,
CdV 2692. Infula terrenos ni caeli comat alumnos? Infula terrenos ni caeli comat alumnos?
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
if the dignity of heaven were not to adorn earthly offspring?
CdV 2693. Heu! scelus, heu! facinus miseris mortalibus ortum Heu! scelus, heu! facinus miseris mortalibus ortum
SSSS

sa: 2\3
Alas, what sin, alas! From this arose wickedness for wretched mortals:
CdV 2694. Ex hoc est: uana praesertim gloria fretus Ex hoc est: uana praesertim gloria fretus
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, pat: SSSS
that leader, relying especially on Vainglory,
CdV 2695. Haud metuit princeps, spe circumuentus inani. Haud metuit princeps, spe circumuentus inani.
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, sa: c, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
had no fear and was overcome by empty hope.
CdV 2696. Ex hoc gignuntur uitiorum fomite clades: Ex hoc gignuntur uitiorum fomite clades:
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: Vp, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: aAbBC, pat: DSSS
From this kindling the disasters of the vices were born:
CdV 2697. Letiferi primum uerbi contentio praeceps; Letiferi primum uerbi contentio praeceps;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m, fs: 4\3, ca: s, pa: V?s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
first, the headlong strife of a lethal word:
CdV 2698. Inde heresis glescit necnon iactantia crescit, Inde heresis glescit necnon iactantia crescit,
DDSD

fs: 4d, sa: 2\3, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ha: Y
then heresy increases and boasting grows too;
CdV 2699. His quoque congreditur praesumptio trux nouitatum. His quoque congreditur praesumptio trux nouitatum.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: f, pa: f, ma: Y, gl: aABvb, pat: DDSD
from these there also proceeds the savage striving for novelties.
CdV 2700. Sed tiro infracta tectus testudine Christi Sed tiro infracta tectus testudine Christi
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
But the raw recruit, protected by the unbroken shield of Christ,
CdV 2701. Horrida uulnifici detrudit spicula ferri. Horrida uulnifici detrudit spicula ferri.
SDDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: s, gl: AabBV, pat: DSSS
fends off the dreadful points of wounding iron.
CdV 2702. Octauam cumulat truculenta Superbia turmam Octauam cumulat truculenta Superbia turmam
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: vV, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Ferocious Pride gathers together an eighth troop,
CdV 2703. Militibus Christi torquentem pila piacli; Militibus Christi torquentem pila piacli;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
which sending weapons of sin spinning at the warriors of Christ.
CdV 2704. Quae glomerare studet uentosa fraude maniplos Quae glomerare studet uentosa fraude maniplos
DSSD

sa: 3\2, oa: s
She is keen to muster companies with inflated deceit,
CdV 2705. Et graditur semper fastu comitata maligno, Et graditur semper fastu comitata maligno,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
and strides on always accompanied by wicked haughtiness;
CdV 2706. Dumque pedes pergit per mundi crimina fallax, Dumque pedes pergit per mundi crimina fallax,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: c, pat: DDSS
and while that false one moves on her feet through the sins of the world,
CdV 2707. Sed cristata caput quassat sub nubibus atris; Sed cristata caput quassat sub nubibus atris;
SDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: AaVBb, pat: DDSS
her helmeted head shakes under black clouds.
CdV 2708. Nam plerumque probos propriis prosternere telis Nam plerumque probos propriis prosternere telis
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
For she mostly strives to lay low the righteous with her own spears
CdV 2709. Nititur et strages alienis factitat armis. Nititur et strages alienis factitat armis.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and she commits carnage with the weapons of others.
CdV 2710. Nascitur atra frutex ex ista radice frondens Nascitur atra frutex ex ista radice frondens
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, pat: DDSS
From that root a black and burgeoning bush is born
CdV 2711. Et nemus umbrosum diro de semine surgit: Et nemus umbrosum diro de semine surgit:
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, pat: DSSS
and a shady grove grows from the dread seed:
CdV 2712. Primo contemptus procerum praecepta docentum, Primo contemptus procerum praecepta docentum,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: SSSS
first, contempt of leaders teaching precepts,
CdV 2713. Dum mentis typhus uentoso pectore turget; Dum mentis typhus uentoso pectore turget;
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: m, pat: DSSD
while pride of mind swells in an inflated chest;
CdV 2714. Necnon insidiae pestis progignitur inde, Necnon insidiae pestis progignitur inde,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, sa: s, pat: DDDD
and from then on, the pestilence of envy arises,
CdV 2715. Quae solet aequales tumido contemnere fastu Quae solet aequales tumido contemnere fastu
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: t, ca: t, ta: t, pa: t, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
which swollen haughtiness is accustomed to despising those who are equals
CdV 2716. Atque satellitibus spretis regnare superba. Atque satellitibus spretis regnare superba.
DDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and, having spurned its retinue, proudly to rule.
CdV 2717. Namque per inuidiam letalia sceptra uigebant, Namque per inuidiam letalia sceptra uigebant,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m? | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, sa: c, e: m, pat: SDSS
For lethal authority used to thrive through envy,
CdV 2718. Dum praedo pellax et tetrae mortis amator Dum praedo pellax et tetrae mortis amator
SDSS

sa: 3\2, ta: s, oa: c, ma: s, ha: Y
as when the deceitful thief and lover of black death
CdV 2719. Auctorem generis strofa pellexit inani, Auctorem generis strofa pellexit inani,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: sv, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSD
misled the author of the human race with an empty trick,
CdV 2720. Scanderet ad superas arces ne turba nepotum; Scanderet ad superas arces ne turba nepotum;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
so that the crowd of his descendants would not ascend to citadels above.
CdV 2721. Sic quoque liuoris tabo corruptus inormi Sic quoque liuoris tabo corruptus inormi
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: cv, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: AaVbvB, pat: DDDS
Thus too, corrupted by the enormous rot of malice,
CdV 2722. Splendida germani disrupit foedera frater, Splendida germani disrupit foedera frater,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: sc, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
one brother broke the fine bond with his brother,
CdV 2723. Pinguia qui primus combusserat exta bidentum, Pinguia qui primus combusserat exta bidentum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: m, pat: SDSS
who had been the first to burn the fat innards of sheep,
CdV 2724. Dispiciente Deo crudelis munera Cain: Dispiciente Deo crudelis munera Cain:
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, ta: m, pa: sm, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
while God despised the offerings of cruel Cain.
CdV 2725. Inde praua seges glitibus densescet acerbis, Inde praua seges glitibus densescet acerbis,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
From that an evil harvest grew thick with bitter burrs.
CdV 2726. Sanguine purpureo dum scaeuus rura cruentat. Sanguine purpureo dum scaeuus rura cruentat.
DSSS

caesura pattern: | ălĭī́s | sēd | plū́rĭmă rḗstant | 3m | 4m | 4d, sa: 3\2, ta: p, oa: p, ma: p, ha: Y
when the wicked one spattered the fields with purple blood.
CdV 2727. Inde superbarum nascuntur murmura uocum Inde superbarum nascuntur murmura uocum
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DDSS
From that the murmurs of proud voices are born,
CdV 2728. Et crimen cordis dicto parere negantis Et crimen cordis dicto parere negantis
DDSS

sa: 4\2
as well as the sin of a heart refusing to obey what is said,
CdV 2729. Ac lacerans homines trux detractatio linguae. Ac lacerans homines trux detractatio linguae.
DSDD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pat: DSSS
and the savage back-biting of the tongue that damages men.
CdV 2730. Cetera, quae dudum numerauimus, agmina septem Cetera, quae dudum numerauimus, agmina septem
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, pa: V, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
The other seven battle-lines, which I tallied up previously,
CdV 2731. Inter mortales terrena stirpe creantur; Inter mortales terrena stirpe creantur;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pa: ps, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
are produced from earthly stock among mortal men;
CdV 2732. Ast uero monstrum, de quo nunc pagina fatur, Ast uero monstrum, de quo nunc pagina fatur,
DSDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, pat: SSSD
but indeed, that monster, of which the page is speaking now,
CdV 2733. Principium sumpsit super alta cacumina caeli, Principium sumpsit super alta cacumina caeli,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: m, pat: DSSS
took its beginnings above the high peaks of heaven,
CdV 2734. Angelicus princeps et protus lucifer aethrae Angelicus princeps et protus lucifer aethrae
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: fc, ta: fc, pa: fc, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDDS
when the angelic prince and the first shining light-bearer of the sky
CdV 2735. Ex aquilone suum dum sublimare tribunal Ex aquilone suum dum sublimare tribunal
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: V?, pa: sl, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
desired to raise his own throne from the north
CdV 2736. Gestiit et domino similem se fraude spopondit; Gestiit et domino similem se fraude spopondit;
DDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: s, pat: DSSS
and in his deceit vowed that he would be like the Lord.
CdV 2737. Iamque nouem lapidum forma faleratus amoena Iamque nouem lapidum forma faleratus amoena
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: vV?, ta: V?, pa: vpV, oa: vV?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Then adorned with the lovely form of nine gemstones
CdV 2738. Contra creatorem frustra turgescere coepit, Contra creatorem frustra turgescere coepit,
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: r, pa: r, oa: r, ma: r, ha: Y
he began in vain to swell up against the creator,
CdV 2739. Dum scelus horrendum tetro sub pectore uersat, Dum scelus horrendum tetro sub pectore uersat,
DDSS

fs: 3\2, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSDS
as he considered a horrid crime in his dark breast,
CdV 2740. Vt dominum propriis aequaret uiribus audax. Vt dominum propriis aequaret uiribus audax.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SDSS
so that he should boldly equal the Lord with his own powers.
CdV 2741. Lucifer idcirco deserto climate caeli Lucifer idcirco deserto climate caeli
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
For that reason, Lucifer, thronged by his retinue,
CdV 2742. Nigra satellitibus stipatus Tartara farsit; Nigra satellitibus stipatus Tartara farsit;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, pat: SDSD
deserted the ethereal region and stuffed the dark underworld.
CdV 2743. Caelicolas ista prostrauit belua superbos, Caelicolas ista prostrauit belua superbos,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vc, ta: V, pa: Vc, oa: Vc, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
That beast pulled down proud inhabitants of heaven,
CdV 2744. Qui prius angelica fulserunt luce corusci Qui prius angelica fulserunt luce corusci
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: t, pa: V?, oa: t, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
who previously shone brilliant with angelic light
CdV 2745. Sedibus et superis florebant sorte beata: Sedibus et superis florebant sorte beata:
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pa: p, oa: p, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and flourished in abodes above with their blessed lot:
CdV 2746. Tertia stellarum rueret dum portio praeceps, Tertia stellarum rueret dum portio praeceps,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, pa: v, pat: DSSS
but while a third part of the stars fell down headlong,
CdV 2747. Lucida bis tantum manserunt sidera sursum. Lucida bis tantum manserunt sidera sursum.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: vp, pa: v, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
twice as many shining stars remained above.
CdV 2748. Denique, si potuit caeli mulcare cateruas Denique, si potuit caeli mulcare cateruas
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
Moreover, if this serpent, belching pestilential poison from its maw,
CdV 2749. Pestiferum natrix ructans de fauce uenenum, Pestiferum natrix ructans de fauce uenenum,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: SSSS
was able to mistreat the companies of heaven,
CdV 2750. Plus se terrenus mundani cultor agelli Plus se terrenus mundani cultor agelli
DSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: f, oa: f, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
then let the earthly cultivator of the small worldly plot
CdV 2751. Hic metuat multo gypsam lacerare superbam. Hic metuat multo gypsam lacerare superbam.
DDDD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: b, pa: c, oa: cb, ma: Y, gl: abVAB, pat: DSSS
fear far more to tear apart the proud serpent here on earth.
CdV 2752. Talia monstra potest humilis superare satellis, Talia monstra potest humilis superare satellis,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pa: vp, oa: vp, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
A humble member of a retinue who does not know how
CdV 2753. Qui tumido nescit mentis turgescere typho Qui tumido nescit mentis turgescere typho
DSSS

sa: 3\2, ta: V, ma: V, ha: Y
to swell with swollen arrogance of mind can overcome such monsters
CdV 2754. Atque superborum conculcat crimina morum. Atque superborum conculcat crimina morum.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
and tramples down the crimes of their proud customs.
CdV 2755. Nequiquam integritas famae praeconia captat, Nequiquam integritas famae praeconia captat,
SSSS

fs: 3\2, ca: m, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
In vain does chastity assume the praise of fame
CdV 2756. Si cordis peplum corrodens tinea sulcat; Si cordis peplum corrodens tinea sulcat;
SDSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 3f | 4d, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
if a gnawing worm bores through the cloak of the heart;
CdV 2757. Si mentis gremium uentosa superbia farcit, Si mentis gremium uentosa superbia farcit,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, pat: SSSS
if inflated pride stuffs the recesses of the mind,
CdV 2758. Frustra uirginitas laudem rumoribus aptat: Frustra uirginitas laudem rumoribus aptat:
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, sa: V?, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
it is in vain that virginity assigns praise in reputations:
CdV 2759. Culmina celsa ualet humilis conscendere uirgo, Culmina celsa ualet humilis conscendere uirgo,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: DSSS
a humble virgin can climb to lofty heights
CdV 2760. Si sequitur Christum, qui formam praestat alumnis Si sequitur Christum, qui formam praestat alumnis
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: d, pat: DSSS
if they follow Christ, who offers a model to his followers
CdV 2761. Et mundi maculas purgarat sanguine fuso. Et mundi maculas purgarat sanguine fuso.
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSS
and has cleansed the sins of the world after shedding his blood.
CdV 2762. Sed me materiae moles ceu sarcina grandis Sed me materiae moles ceu sarcina grandis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: Vc, ta: V, pa: Vcp, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
But the weight of this material presses me down like a large load,
CdV 2763. Deprimit, ut cunctas non possit carta coronas Deprimit, ut cunctas non possit carta coronas
DDDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
so that this document cannot encompass all virgins’ crowns;
CdV 2764. Prendere uirgineas; aliis sed plurima restant Prendere uirgineas; aliis sed plurima restant
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
but very many things remain to be completed
CdV 2765. Perficienda, rudem malunt qui noscere sensum Perficienda, rudem malunt qui noscere sensum
DDSS

sa: 3\2, ca: m, ma: m, ha: Y
by others who prefer to learn about fresh theme
CdV 2766. Ingeniique sui nolunt torpescere cotem; Ingeniique sui nolunt torpescere cotem;
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pat: SSSS
and who do not want the whetstone of their intellect to grow dull:
CdV 2767. Non aciem cordis scabra rubigine perdunt Non aciem cordis scabra rubigine perdunt
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m? | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: m, e: ?, pat: DDSS
they do not spoil the keenness of their hearts with rough rust
CdV 2768. Otia neu propriam linquunt obtundere mentem. Otia neu propriam linquunt obtundere mentem.
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: l, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
they turn from leisure and do not dull their own minds.
CdV 2769. Quin potius sacros uersant sub pectore libros Quin potius sacros uersant sub pectore libros
SSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: abvAB, pat: DSSS
But rather they ponder sacred books in their hearts,
CdV 2770. Crebro scrutantes praescripta uolumina legum, Crebro scrutantes praescripta uolumina legum,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: s, pat: SDSS
constantly perusing the previously mentioned volumes of the laws
CdV 2771. Quae superant mellis mulsum dulcedine gustum Quae superant mellis mulsum dulcedine gustum
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, gl: AbVaB, pat: DDSS
which surpass in their sweetness the sugary taste of honey
CdV 2772. Flauentisque faui, cecinit quod carmine uates. Flauentisque faui, cecinit quod carmine uates.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, oa: v, ma: Y, e: m, pat: SSSS
and of the yellow honeycomb of which the poet sang in his song.
CdV 2773. Sic lector libri solers et gnarus amator Sic lector libri solers et gnarus amator
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: V, pat: DSSS
In this way the diligent reader and the knowledgeable lover of the book
CdV 2774. Sititur electos scripturae carpere fructus, Sititur electos scripturae carpere fructus,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: V?p, ta: V?, pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
longs to pluck the picked fruits of Scripture,
CdV 2775. Vt pecus agrestes ex prato uellicat herbas, Vt pecus agrestes ex prato uellicat herbas,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: v, oa: V, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
as a cow crops from the meadow the wild grass,
CdV 2776. Nocturnis recubans quas rursus ruminat horis; Nocturnis recubans quas rursus ruminat horis;
SSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
which as she lies down during the night hours she chews over repeatedly.
CdV 2777. Sed sus caenosis uolutabri sordibus apta Sed sus caenosis uolutabri sordibus apta
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, pat: DDSS
But the sow, fit for the muddy filth of its wallowing,
CdV 2778. Alternare nequit crasso sub gutture rumen, Alternare nequit crasso sub gutture rumen,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: c, pa: s, oa: c, ma: Y, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
cannot swap from stomach to stomach beneath its fat gorge,
CdV 2779. Dum stratis recubans porcaster pausat obesus Dum stratis recubans porcaster pausat obesus
SDSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: v, pa: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: AVbBA, pat: DSSS
while the plump poker rests lying down
CdV 2780. Iuncis et stipulis necnon filicumque maniplis. Iuncis et stipulis necnon filicumque maniplis.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 5\2, pa: V, pat: DSSD
on the strewn rushes, reeds, and bundles of ferns.
CdV 2781. Ante dies, inquam, mihi, quamuis Quintilis ardens Ante dies, inquam, mihi, quamuis Quintilis ardens
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pat: SDSS
A day itself, I say, although burning July
CdV 2782. Sextilis aut etiam protelent tempora terris, Sextilis aut etiam protelent tempora terris,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
or even August might stretch out time on earth, will run short
CdV 2783. Deficiet, totam quam possim pandere famam Deficiet, totam quam possim pandere famam
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: n, pat: SDSS
before I could explain the whole fame
CdV 2784. Virginibus castis fantem praeconia laudis, Virginibus castis fantem praeconia laudis,
DSSS

fs: 2\3, gl: aBVAb, pat: SDDS
that utters the proclamations of praise for chaste virgins,
CdV 2785. Nec ualet immensum perfecte forte pudorem Nec ualet immensum perfecte forte pudorem
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SDSS
nor perhaps can this chatty page perfectly express
CdV 2786. Garrula raucisono complecti pagina uersu, Garrula raucisono complecti pagina uersu,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pat: DSSS
their mighty chastity in harsh-sounding verse,
CdV 2787. Quamuis millenis collaudent ora loquelis, Quamuis millenis collaudent ora loquelis,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: SDDS
although mouths praise them together in thousands of words,
CdV 2788. Sicut folligenis respirant organa flabris Sicut folligenis respirant organa flabris
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, ta: s, pa: Vs, oa: Vs, ma: Y, gl: AabCB, pat: DSSS
just as organs blow with bellowing blasts
CdV 2789. Musica concisis et clamat barbita bombis. Musica concisis et clamat barbita bombis.
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and the wind-chest resounds with discontinuous peals.
CdV 2790. Vinea parua mihi flauentes protulit uuas, Vinea parua mihi flauentes protulit uuas,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: f, pat: DDSS
My small vineyard offered me golden grapes,
CdV 2791. Quamuis in gracili uernaret pampinus aruo; Quamuis in gracili uernaret pampinus aruo;
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
although the vine-shoot sprouted in a meagre field;
CdV 2792. Vnde pudicitise carpens de palmite botros Vnde pudicitise carpens de palmite botros
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 1\2, pat: DDSS
from where, plucking the grape-clusters of chastity from the vine-branches,
CdV 2793. Ocius expressi metrorum paucula musta. Ocius expressi metrorum paucula musta.
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: c, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DDDS
I pressed out quite quickly a small amount of metrical must.
CdV 2794. Non tamen arbitror, quod acescant prorsus in aeuum Non tamen arbitror, quod acescant prorsus in aeuum
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: vc, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
Nonetheless I do not reckon that they will grow completely sour with age
CdV 2795. Aut dentes stridant in potu forte bibentum, Aut dentes stridant in potu forte bibentum,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: V?, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
or that the teeth of drinkers will perhaps make a strident noise while it is being drunk,
CdV 2796. Si fallax caupo strofas infundat aquosas, Si fallax caupo strofas infundat aquosas,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: l, pat: SSSS
unless a deceitful inn-keeper pour in watery tricks,
CdV 2797. Qui solet interdum mercantes fallere, limphis Qui solet interdum mercantes fallere, limphis
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSS
the sort that occasionally swindles his customers,
CdV 2798. Dum studet in cupis defruti perdere nectar Dum studet in cupis defruti perdere nectar
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\3, ca: c, pat: SSSD
as he is keen to spoil the sweet juice of the boiled down wine,
CdV 2799. Taliter adstipulans natos de uite racemos, Taliter asstipulans natos de uite racemos,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: f, pat: SSSS
pretending that the grape-clusters were produced that way on the vine,
CdV 2800. E quibus in praelo plantis contunditur uua. E quibus in praelo plantis contunditur uua.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: r, pa: pr, oa: r, ma: Y, gl: aVbAB, pat: DSSS
from which the grapes were trodden by feet in the wine-press.
CdV 2801. Iam tempus cogit currentes cludere uersus Iam tempus cogit currentes cludere uersus
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
Now time forces the one composing rustic songs
CdV 2802. Rustica magnificis condentem carmina sanctis, Rustica magnificis condentem carmina sanctis,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: Vc, ta: V?, pa: V?, oa: Vc, ma: Y, pat: DDSD
to splendid saints to conclude the running verses,
CdV 2803. Terminus aequoreo dum uenit margine metri; Terminus aequoreo dum uenit margine metri;
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, gl: AaVbB, pat: SDDS
as the end of the metrical verse approaches the sea-shore;
CdV 2804. Ponti spumosas ut nauta transfretat undas, Ponti spumosas ut nauta transfretat undas,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: c, pat: DSSS
as a sailor crosses the foamy ocean-waves of the,
CdV 2805. Maxima permodica emensus mox caerula lintre Maxima permodica emensus mox caerula lintre
DSSS

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having soon measured out the mighty sea in modest boat,
CdV 2806. Affigit obtatum lassus de gurgite litus Affigit obtatum lassus de gurgite litus
DSSS

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wearied by the swell he reaches the longed-for shore,
CdV 2807. Turgida uentosis deponens carbasa malis Turgida uentosis deponens carbasa malis
SDSS

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taking down the swelling sails from the windy masts
CdV 2808. Antemnasque simul soluens de parte rudentum. Antemnasque simul soluens de parte rudentum.
DDSS

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and likewise loosening the sailyard from that section of the rigging.
CdV 2809. Anchora fluctiuagam nunc sistat metrica barcam, Anchora fluctiuagam nunc sistat metrica barcam,
SSSS

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Now may the metrical anchor still the wave-wandering boat,
CdV 2810. Vt saltem in portu quassatus nauita flustris Vt saltem in portu quassatus nauita flustris
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4f, fs: 4\2, ca: v, pa: sv, oa: s, ma: Y, gl: VaBAb, pat: SDSD
so that the wave-battered sailor heading at last
CdV 2811. Ad requiem tendens obtata sorte fruatur! Ad requiem tendens obtata sorte fruatur!
DSSS

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towards peace in harbour may enjoy his longed-for lot!
CdV 2812. Hos igitur pauper supplex obsecro patronos Hos igitur pauper supplex obsecro patronos
DDSS

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Therefore, as a poor suppliant, I beseech these patrons
CdV 2813. Virgineis proprium comentes actibus aeuum Virgineis proprium comentes actibus aeuum
DDDS

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who shape their own time without end by virginal deeds,
CdV 2814. Et famulas domini precibus pulsabo misellus, Et famulas domini precibus pulsabo misellus,
DDSS

sa: 4\2, oa: n
and, as a tiny wretch will entreat with prayers the Lord’s handmaids,
CdV 2815. Integritate sua quae Christi regna merentur Integritate sua quae Christi regna merentur
DDSS

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who merit by their chastity the kingdom of Christ
CdV 2816. Limpida stelligeri scandentes culmina caeli, Limpida stelligeri scandentes culmina caeli,
DSSS

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and ascending the brilliant heights of starry heaven,
CdV 2817. Vt dominum pulsent clamosa uoce Tonantem, Vt dominum pulsent clamosa uoce Tonantem,
DSSD

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: l, pa: t, oa: l, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
so that with noisy voices they with may entreat the Thunderer
CdV 2818. Qui solet indignis ultro miserescere uernis Qui solet indignis ultro miserescere uernis
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, sa: l, pa: nt, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Who of his own accord is accustomed to have mercy on his unworthy servants
CdV 2819. Conuersisque reis noxarum soluere uincla, Conuersisque reis noxarum soluere uincla,
DDSS

sa: 3\3, oa: s
and to loosen the chains of harm from the guilty who have had a change of heart,
CdV 2820. Quatenus ante diem, qui uitae lumina claudit, Quatenus ante diem, qui uitae lumina claudit,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: cf, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
insofar as before the day that closes the lights of life,
CdV 2821. Nec non ante diem, qui mortis limina pandit, Nec non ante diem, qui mortis limina pandit,
DSSS

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and also, before the day that opens the thresholds of death,
CdV 2822. Cuncta piaclorum soluantur gesta meorum Cuncta piaclorum soluantur gesta meorum
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: cf, pa: pf, oa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
all the acts of my sins may be absolved
CdV 2823. Et, quodcumque mali gessit lasciua iuuentus, Et, quodcumque mali gessit lasciua iuuentus,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, ca: s, ta: s, pa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
and may eternal Christ, the glory of heaven, wipe out
CdV 2824. Deleat aeternus, caelorum gloria, Christus: Deleat aeternus, caelorum gloria, Christus:
SDDS

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whatever capricious youth has done;
CdV 2825. Clementer ueniam tribuens peccata remittat Clementer ueniam tribuens peccata remittat
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2f | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
may he, mercifully granting forgiveness remit the harmful sins
CdV 2826. Actibus aut dictis seu solo noxia sensu! Actibus aut dictis seu solo noxia sensu!
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DDSS
of deeds or words or even thoughts alone!
CdV 2827. Sic mihi dignetur sanctorum summa potestas Sic mihi dignetur sanctorum summa potestas
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: d, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
In this way may the highest power of the saints, deign in turn
CdV 2828. Praesidium misero deuotum ferre uicissim, Praesidium misero deuotum ferre uicissim,
DDSS

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to offer a wretch devoted assistance.
CdV 2829. Quos ego uirgineo descripsi carmine metri, Quos ego uirgineo descripsi carmine metri,
DDSS

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those whom I have described in a metrical song on virginity
CdV 2830. Vt minime lateant castorum serta per orbem, Vt minime lateant castorum serta per orbem,
DDDS

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so that the garlands of the chaste would in no way lie hidden throughout the world,
CdV 2831. Qualiter ex propria meruissent carne coronas! Qualiter ex propria meruissent carne coronas!
SDSS

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crowns they had merited by their own flesh in such ways,
CdV 2832. Sed uos, uirgineis comit quas infula sertis, Sed uos, uirgineis comit quas infula sertis,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: c, gl: AaVbB, pat: DSSS
But you, whom the diadem adorns with virginal wreaths,
CdV 2833. Hoc opus aduersus querulos defendite scurras Hoc opus aduersus querulos defendite scurras
SSSS

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defend this work against critical scoundrels,
CdV 2834. Reprehensorum claudentes labra loquentum, Reprehensorum claudentes labra loquentum,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 4\2, ca: V, pa: Vp, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
by shutting the lips of reprehensible speakers,
CdV 2835. Cum tamen haud metuam scurrarum dicta legentum, Cum tamen haud metuam scurrarum dicta legentum,
SSSD

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: r, pa: c, oa: r, ma: Y, pat: DDSS
even though I do not fear the words of scoundrels who are readers,
CdV 2836. Qui malunt uatum scedas lacerare canentum, Qui malunt uatum scedas lacerare canentum,
SSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
who prefer to attack the writings of poets who are singers,
CdV 2837. Dum furuas uerbi quaerunt in luce tenebras Dum furuas uerbi quaerunt in luce tenebras
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pa: d, pat: DSSS
as they seek in the light the dusky darkness of the word
CdV 2838. Planaque rimantur tortas per rura salebras, Planaque rimantur tortas per rura salebras,
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, sa: V?, ca: V?, ta: V?, pa: Vm, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSDD
and explore twisting rough ground in the flat countryside,
CdV 2839. Littera si titubet uel certe sillaba nutet, Littera si titubet uel certe sillaba nutet,
DDSD

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if a letter should stumble or a syllable stagger,
CdV 2840. Si genus aut numerus uel casus ab ordine cedat, Si genus aut numerus uel casus ab ordine cedat,
SDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 2\3, pat: DSSS
or if gender, number, and case should stray from the rule,
CdV 2841. Si persona triplex maneat duplexque figura Si persona triplex maneat duplexque figura
DSSS

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if the triple person and the double form should remain,
CdV 2842. Quinquies et currant uerborum tempora rite, Quinquies et currant uerborum tempora rite,
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3f | 4m, fs: 4\3, pa: s, pat: DSDD
and if the five-fold verb-tenses occur correctly,
CdV 2843. Nec tamen emendant titubantis gramma poetae: Nec tamen emendant titubantis gramma poetae:
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ta: p, pa: p, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and nonetheless they do not emend the stumbling poet’s writing.
CdV 2844. Sic semper cupiunt scriptorum carpere cartas, Sic semper cupiunt scriptorum carpere cartas,
DSSS

sa: 3\3, ta: s, oa: s, ha: Y
In this way they always wish to criticize the pages of writers,
CdV 2845. Vt caper hirsutus rodit cum dente racemos Vt caper hirsutus rodit cum dente racemos
DDSS

pa: V?, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
as the shaggy billy-goat gnaws with his tooth at bunches of grapes,
CdV 2846. Floribus euacuans frondenti palmite uites, Floribus euacuans frondenti palmite uites,
SSDS

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emptying the vines of flowers from their leafy shoots,
CdV 2847. Qui quondam uexit populi in deserta piaclum, Qui quondam uexit populi in deserta piaclum,
SDSD

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[the goat] that once carried the sin of the people into the desert,
CdV 2848. Sanxerunt ueteris quod scita uoluminis alma. Sanxerunt ueteris quod scita uoluminis alma.
DDSS

sa: 4\3, ca: m
as the holy text of the Old Testament has sanctioned.
CdV 2849. Talia sed timidus dictator tela pauescat, Talia sed timidus dictator tela pauescat,
DSSS

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Let the timid composer tremble at such missiles,
CdV 2850. Qui propriis numquam confidit belliger armis Qui propriis numquam coffidit belliger armis
DDSS

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the warrior who never has faith in in his own weapons,
CdV 2851. Cassida nec capiti discit praetendere metri Cassida nec capiti discit praetendere metri
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, pa: p, gl: abvAB, pat: DDSS
and does not learn how to put forward a helmet of metre on his head
CdV 2852. Nec spinam lorica noscit defendere prosae; Nec spinam lorica noscit defendere prosae;
SSDS

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nor knows how to defend his spine with a breastplate of prose.
CdV 2853. Armet sed dextram capulus ceu parma sinistram Armet sed dextram capulus ceu parma sinistram
DDDS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: V, ta: V, pa: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
Let a sword-hilt arm his right hand as a shield his left,
CdV 2854. Cruraque non careant ocreis nec femina ferro Cruraque non careant ocreis nec femina ferro
DSSS

sa: 4\2
and let his legs not lack greaves nor his thighs iron:
CdV 2855. Neu timeat scriptor terrentis ludicra linguae! Neu timeat scriptor terrentis ludicra linguae!
DSSS

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nor let a writer fear the trivialities of a terrifying tongue!
CdV 2856. Nam tremulos terret nocturnis larba latebris, Nam tremulos terret nocturnis larba latebris,
DSSS

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For it is a spectre that terrifies the tremulous in the darkness of night,
CdV 2857. Quae solet in furuis semper garrire tenebris; Quae solet in furuis semper garrire tenebris;
DSDS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: m, ta: d, pa: dm, ma: Y, pat: DSDS
one that is always accustomed to jabber in the murky shadows.
CdV 2858. Sic quoque mascarum facies cristata facessit, Sic quoque mascarum facies cristata facessit,
SSSS

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So too the helmeted faces of ghosts fade
CdV 2859. Cum larbam et mascam miles non horreat audax, Cum larbam et mascam miles non horreat audax,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: s, pa: sc, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: SSSS
when the bold warrior does not shrink from a spectre or ghost, ,
CdV 2860. Qui proprio fretus praesumit fidere cestu. Qui proprio fretus praesumit fidere cestu.
SSSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: p, pa: s, oa: p, ma: Y, gl: abBAV, pat: DSSS
but relying on his boxing glove presumes to have faith.
CdV 2861. Cum sit digestus sanctorum sexus uterque, Cum sit digestus sanctorum sexus uterque,
DSSS

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Since both sexes of saints have been set out ,
CdV 2862. Alta supernorum qui scandunt arua polorum, Alta supernorum qui scandunt arua polorum,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, pat: DSSS
those who ascend to the high fields of the heavens above,
CdV 2863. Octenusque simul peccati calculus atri Octenusque simul peccati calculus atri
DDSS

caesura pattern: 3m | 4m, fs: 3\3, ca: c, ta: c, pa: c, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
and likewise, the eightfold tally of dark sin
CdV 2864. Expositus gracili uerborum claue patenter, Expositus gracili uerborum claue patenter,
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, sa: s, oa: s, ma: Y, pat: DSSS
has been clearly revealed by the slender key of words,
CdV 2865. Quem Deus a nostri detrudat pectoris antro Quem Deus a nostri detrudat pectoris antro
DSSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4d, fs: 3\2, ca: v, oa: v, ma: Y, gl: aCbBA, pat: DDSS
may God thrust out [that tally] from the recess of our heart
CdV 2866. Et procul in furuas emigret luce latebras, Et procul in furuas emigret luce latebras,
SDSS

caesura pattern: 2m | 3m | 4m, fs: 1\2, ca: V, oa: V, ma: Y, pat: SDSS
and remove it far from light into the dusky darkness,
CdV 2867. Nunc in fine precor prosam metrumque legentes, Nunc in fine precor prosam metrumque legentes,
DSSS

now, at the end, I ask those reading both prose and verse
CdV 2868. Hoc opus ut cuncti rimentur mente benigna, Hoc opus ut cuncti rimentur mente benigna,
DSSS

to all explore this work thoroughly with kindly mind
CdV 2869. Dum patulis lustrent textum sub fronte fenestris, Dum patulis lustrent textum sub fronte fenestris,
DSSS

while, with open windows beneath their foreheads, they scan a text
CdV 2870. Quod geminum constat discretis forte libellis, Quod geminum constat discretis forte libellis,
DDSS

which stands by chance a twin thing in distinct books,
CdV 2871. Vt mihi cum precibus peccati uincla resoluant Vt mihi cum precibus peccati uincla resoluant
DSSS

so that by their prayers for me they may loosen the bonds of sin ,
CdV 2872. Et pretium libri pendant oramine crebro, Et pretium libri pendant oramine crebro,
DDSS

and pay the book’s price with frequent entreaty,
CdV 2873. Quatenus, aethereum qui seruat regmine regnum Quatenus, aethereum qui seruat regmine regnum
DSDS

to the extent that he who keeps the heavenly kingdom by his rule,
CdV 2874. Principio uel calce carens et temporis expers, Principio uel calce carens et temporis expers,
DSSS

not having beginning or end and being outside of time,
CdV 2875. Cui dedit et dempsit nil mundi longa uetustas, Cui dedit et dempsit nil mundi longa uetustas,
DSDD

to whom the long duration of the world gave and took nothing away,
CdV 2876. Arbiter aeternum mihi iam miserescat in aeuum. Arbiter aeternum mihi iam miserescat in aeuum.
SSSS

that the judge may have mercy on me now and forever.
CdV 2877. Qua laetabuntur per caeli culmina Sancti Qua laetabuntur per caeli culmina Sancti
DSSS

In that place where the saints will rejoice throughout the heights of heaven,
CdV 2878. Atque cateruatim laudabunt uoce Tonantem, Atque cateruatim laudabunt uoce Tonantem,
SSSS

and all together will praise with their voices the Thunderer,
CdV 2879. (Patriarchae primo, qui gentis germina sacrae (Patriarchae primo, qui gentis germina sacrae
DSDD

(First the patriarchs, who produced the seeds of the holy race,
CdV 2880. Et sobolem stirpemque rudem genuere nepotum, Et sobolem stirpemque rudem genuere nepotum,
SDSS

and the offspring and new stock of descendants:
CdV 2881. Per turmas pariter procedent agmine denso Per turmas pariter procedent agmine denso
SSSS

they will advance in a dense battle-line in companies
CdV 2882. Et regnatoris stipant sublime tribunal; Et regnatoris stipant sublime tribunal;
SSSS

and they crowd around the ruler’s lofty judgement seat;
CdV 2883. Illic et uatum laetatur turma priscorum, Illic et uatum laetatur turma priscorum,
SDSS

there too there rejoices the company of the ancient prophets,
CdV 2884. Quae quondam cecinit nostri cunabula Christi, Quae quondam cecinit nostri cunabula Christi,
SSSD

that once sang of the beginnings of our Christ,
CdV 2885. Cum restauraret labentia saecla redemptor Cum restauraret labentia saecla redemptor
SDSD

when the redeemer would restore the fading ages
CdV 2886. Expurgans ueterum clemens monumenta malorum; Expurgans ueterum clemens monumenta malorum;
SDSS

mercifully cleansing the tokens of ancient evils;
CdV 2887. Illic martiribus florescit uita perennis, Illic martiribus florescit uita perennis,
DSSS

there everlasting life flourishes for martyrs,
CdV 2888. Vulnere qui diro quaerebant praemia macta Vulnere qui diro quaerebant praemia macta
DDSS

who with dread wounds sought honoured rewards,
CdV 2889. Purpureo patulum mercantes sanguine regnum, Purpureo patulum mercantes sanguine regnum,
SSSS

purchasing the extensive kingdom with purple blood ;
CdV 2890. Qua confessorum gaudebunt agmina sancta: Qua coffessorum gaudebunt agmina sancta:
DSSS

in that place where holy battle-lines of confessors will rejoice,
CdV 2891. Quamlibet expertes effusi sanguinis essent, Quamlibet expertes effusi sanguinis essent,
DDDS

even although they did not experience the shedding of their blood,
CdV 2892. Sed tamen egregiam meruit confessio palmam; Sed tamen egregiam meruit coffessio palmam;
SDSS

nonetheless their confession merited an outstanding crown;
CdV 2893. Illic uirginibus, qui linquunt lurida carnis Illic uirginibus, qui linquunt lurida carnis
DSSS

there, to the virgins who abandoned the ghastly joys
CdV 2894. Gaudia terrenae, confertur gloria regni, Gaudia terrenae, coffertur gloria regni,
DSDS

of earthly flesh, the glory of the kingdom is granted,
CdV 2895. Dum decies denis modulantes milibus odis Dum decies denis modulantes milibus odis
DDSS

as they chant in ten times ten thousand poems
CdV 2896. Et quater undecies conclamant carmina Christo Et quater undecies conclamant carmina Christo
SSSS

and proclaim four times eleven songs to Christ,
CdV 2897. Agnum sectantes, qui quondam sanguine rubro Agnum sectantes, qui quondam sanguine rubro
DSSS

following the Lamb who once with his red blood
CdV 2898. Sordida peccantis saecli delicta piarat) Sordida peccantis saecli delicta piarat)
SDSS

cleansed the filthy flaws of a sinning world.)
CdV 2899. Cum his caelicolis, qui fausta sorte fruuntur Cum his caelicolis, qui fausta sorte fruuntur
DSSS

With these ones who dwell in heaven, who enjoy blessed fortune
CdV 2900. Atque coronati gestant uexilla tropei Atque coronati gestant uexilla tropei
DSSS

and who, crowned, carry the banners of triumph,
CdV 2901. Quique cateruatim densis caeleste tribunal Quique cateruatim densis caeleste tribunal
DSSS

and who all together in their dense thousands
CdV 2902. Milibus in giro uallabunt sidera supra, Milibus in giro uallabunt sidera supra,
DDSS

will ring round the heavenly judgement seat above the stars,
CdV 2903. Vltimus in requiem diuino munere fretus Vltimus in requiem diuino munere fretus
SDSS

may I deserve to be led, last of all, relying on the divine gift,
2904. Adduci merear Christo regnante per aethram! Adduci merear Christo regnante per aethram!

to rest with Christ reigning throughout heaven!