From the book
The Orphic Collection, Volume I: The Hymns
Attributed to Orpheus · Diotimos Editions · 2026
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- unfailing; unwearied; resistant to wear
Meaning
The Stars, Moirai, Ouranos and Aither’s power are unfailing or unwearied. The repeated αἰέν, “ever,” stresses sustained strength rather than one successful resistance. This endurance can belong to a cosmic constituent, a divine group or its power, so it should not be restricted to physical toughness alone.
Places to read
- Hymn IV · Line 1Read the word in its hymn.
Attested forms
ἀτειρεῖς; ἀτειρές
Occurrence inventory
4 in total. IV.1; V.1; VII.9; LIX.17