A Possible Source for the Term Mental Sight in John Milton's Paradise Lost 11.418 in Maimonides's Guide of the Perplexed I: 4.
Published In: Notes & Queries, 2024, v. 71, n. 3. P. 322 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Langer, Ayelet 3 of 3
Abstract
The article explores the possible source of the term "mental sight" in John Milton's Paradise Lost 11.418, suggesting a connection to Maimonides's Guide of the Perplexed I: 4. It discusses how Milton uses the term figuratively to represent Adam's intellectual vision and prophetic encounter with the divine through the archangel Michael. The text highlights thematic and structural parallels between Milton and Maimonides, indicating Milton's familiarity with Maimonides's work and potential influence on his composition. [Extracted from the article]
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- Source:Notes & Queries. 2024/09, Vol. 71, Issue 3, p322
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
- Publication Date:2024
- ISSN:0029-3970
- DOI:10.1093/notesj/gjae074
- Accession Number:180533377
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