Muses

Of the poets, performers, scholars

From the ancient world 

Not much is known

Except the inspiration they were graced with

Was the same as our own

Each scholar has his illumination

Each performer his own spark

Each poet his muse

And all are infused

From the dawn of time

With breath and life

Hope and form

By the Nine:

The poets have four sisters

Who grant them with their words-

Euterpe who sings to those

Who pen down lyric lines

Erato the lover

Friend to those whose heart is not their own

Polyhymnia in her high temple

Priestess of the poets

And enduring Calliope

Who can inspire endless lines

Of perfect epic poetry

The performers have three sisters

Who burden them with creativity-

Thalia who loves to laugh

Gives comedians their edge

Melpomene who has suffered much

With her tragedies moves men to tears

And graceful Terpsichore

Has followers that dance and sing

For crowds innumerable

The scholars have two sisters

Who teach them all they know-

Urania of the stars and sky

Loves those who seek to understand the universe

And proud, sorrowful Clio

Ensures all history is recorded

That mankind may never forget

So when you lack inspiration

Do not fret or despair

Look to the ancient army of illumination

Their collected knowledge and creativity

And if you are a scholar- learn

If you are a performer- dance and sing

If you are a poet- write 

Reviews

[Desert Dreamer]

Oh, this is inspirational! There is much to be learned from mythology, even where to look for writing inspiration.

[Blake Q Hatfield]

I love mythology, and even better that this ties it in with the art of writing. It gives a boost to the writer saying that all the greats are just like you, they drew from inspiration and put it out there. I enjoyed reading this very much!

[Truman S. Booth]

Wow. That was spectacular. I want to go into detail, but it's tough for me to point out exactly what you did right... you did everything right! This is an inspiring, encouraging work that weaves ancient mythology into modern exercises. Learning, singing, and writing are my three favorite activities; this poem really hit home. Thank you.

[FireWoman]

A tap dance through mythology and you nailed it!

[Marie Harrison]

Bravo! Loved this poem. Thank you for sharing this well written piece with us.

[Hollow Man]

I don't know what to say besides, this was amazing

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[Linear]

I dont know what to say, my Mythology has flown away, I cant act, cant sing or tell a joke, my writing skills are poor, but I can sometimes read, and once in a while understand that which I read (thats a bonus for me) so reading this poem of yours I was at first struck by how well written it is, then by the ammount of aquired knowledge you shared with your readers, and last but by no means least how well woven the poetic words were formed so that it made a continual flow that made sense to the reader and kept them enthralled to the final stanza.

[Undying Glory]

what an impressive write, now this is something truly special that i have ever had the pleasure to read. i just loved this, and this held such beauty and inspiration for everyone!

"So when you lack inspiration
Do not fret or despair
Look to the ancient army of illumination
Their collected knowledge and creativity
And if you are a scholar- learn
If you are a performer- dance and sing
If you are a poet- write"
amazing words!

[Lola Nation]

lovely way to start off the year (inspired)

[J.S. Wayne]

This not only shows an excellent grasp of mythology, but the overall work is well-concieved and executed. This should be submitted for publication...
IMMEDIATELY!!!!