From the book
The Orphic Collection, Volume I: The Hymns
Attributed to Orpheus · Diotimos Editions · 2026
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- widely differentiated; diverse
Meaning
The cosmic constituents move easily under Pan’s commands even though they are πολύκριτα (XI.18). Their differentiation supplies the contrast that makes common obedience significant. The adjective does not mean that they have been convicted by a court, despite its connection with distinguishing or judging.
Places to read
- Hymn XI · Line 18Read the word in its hymn.
Attested forms
πολύκριτα
Occurrence inventory
1 in total. XI.18