I really like your videos, I have learned a lot with them, what I like, you have made me very interested in old English, Although I still have a lot to learn I have used part of a poem for a song by my band. A greeting for you
This is my translation of the justly famous Anglo-Saxon poem: Deor's Lament loose translation/interpretation by Michael R. Burch Weland endured the agony of exile: an indomitable smith wracked by grief. He suffered countless sorrows; indeed, such sorrows were his bosom companions in that frozen island dungeon where Nithad fettered him: so many strong-but-supple sinew-bands binding the better man. That passed away; this also may. Beadohild mourned her brothers' deaths, bemoaning also her own sad state once she discovered herself with child. She knew nothing good could ever come of it. That passed away; this also may. We have heard the Geat's moans for Matilda, his lovely lady, waxed limitless, that his sorrowful love for her robbed him of regretless sleep. That passed away; this also may. For thirty winters Theodric ruled the Mæring stronghold with an iron hand; many acknowledged his mastery and moaned. That passed away; this also may. We have heard too of Ermanaric's wolfish ways, of how he cruelly ruled the Goths' realms. That was a grim king! Many a warrior sat, full of cares and maladies of the mind, wishing constantly that his crown might be overthrown. That passed away; this also may. If a man sits long enough, sorrowful and anxious, bereft of joy, his mind constantly darkening, soon it seems to him that his troubles are limitless. Then he must consider that the wise Lord often moves through the earth granting some men honor, glory and fame, but others only shame and hardship. This I can say for myself: that for awhile I was the Heodeninga's scop, dear to my lord. My name was Deor. For many winters I held a fine office, faithfully serving a just king. But now Heorrenda a man skilful in songs, has received the estate the protector of warriors had promised me. That passed away; this also may.
It's an adaptation of the solar crosses found in some Scandinavian petroglyph carvings, but we also use it as a symbol for my band, Wyrdstæf, which is lyrically and musically inspired by the palaeolithic era. It's completely ahistorical, but a good friend of mine made me this pendant after one of our first gigs, so it's quite dear to me. 😊
@@thefyrdsman9590 It's very cool! Maybe you could sell some as band merch? Understandable that you'd rather not if it's personal though. Also could be misconstrued as the Sonnenrad which is a conversation not worth having! Hope all goes well with the band, I'll be sure to check it out! Always looking for new music to get into!
I'm a big fan of reading original Chaucer texts aloud in Middle English. It's quite a lot of fun. I've got a bit of studying to do if I'm to be anywhere near your Old English mind you. Thanks for this.
It is actually a great psychological exercise to avoid being black pilled
Thank you for pointing us here STJ.
What a great channel
Lay off pills and politics, blut und boden guy.
I really like your videos, I have learned a lot with them, what I like, you have made me very interested in old English,
Although I still have a lot to learn I have used part of a poem for a song by my band.
A greeting for you
This video was just what I needed - timeless wisdom and a light of strength in dark times. Looking forward to more content from you!
Why don't you have millions of subs??!
Survive the Jive linked me here btw.
Oh I see, you only have 6 videos lol.
Well I hope you become successful enough to share more with us!
You Fyrdsman, are a treasure! Keep these videos coming!
This is my translation of the justly famous Anglo-Saxon poem:
Deor's Lament
loose translation/interpretation by Michael R. Burch
Weland endured the agony of exile:
an indomitable smith wracked by grief.
He suffered countless sorrows;
indeed, such sorrows were his bosom companions
in that frozen island dungeon
where Nithad fettered him:
so many strong-but-supple sinew-bands
binding the better man.
That passed away; this also may.
Beadohild mourned her brothers' deaths,
bemoaning also her own sad state
once she discovered herself with child.
She knew nothing good could ever come of it.
That passed away; this also may.
We have heard the Geat's moans for Matilda,
his lovely lady, waxed limitless,
that his sorrowful love for her
robbed him of regretless sleep.
That passed away; this also may.
For thirty winters Theodric ruled
the Mæring stronghold with an iron hand;
many acknowledged his mastery and moaned.
That passed away; this also may.
We have heard too of Ermanaric's wolfish ways,
of how he cruelly ruled the Goths' realms.
That was a grim king! Many a warrior sat,
full of cares and maladies of the mind,
wishing constantly that his crown might be overthrown.
That passed away; this also may.
If a man sits long enough, sorrowful and anxious,
bereft of joy, his mind constantly darkening,
soon it seems to him that his troubles are limitless.
Then he must consider that the wise Lord
often moves through the earth
granting some men honor, glory and fame,
but others only shame and hardship.
This I can say for myself:
that for awhile I was the Heodeninga's scop,
dear to my lord. My name was Deor.
For many winters I held a fine office,
faithfully serving a just king. But now Heorrenda
a man skilful in songs, has received the estate
the protector of warriors had promised me.
That passed away; this also may.
The "sc" at the beginning of scop made me think it should be pronounced like "shop" 🤦🏻
It is pronounced like shop. Sc is the Old English digraph for Modern English sh.
Gaeð hwitne meðu swa hio sceal, meþ sang and swæg!
For a warrior society, my ancestors were quite the philosophical people. More in common with me than I thought
That was very interesting, thank you 😊
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you sm 💞💞💞💞😩
What is the symbol you wear on your necklace, it looks quite cool! Btw, the guy you hearted is a known racist/neo-nazi sympathiser
It's an adaptation of the solar crosses found in some Scandinavian petroglyph carvings, but we also use it as a symbol for my band, Wyrdstæf, which is lyrically and musically inspired by the palaeolithic era. It's completely ahistorical, but a good friend of mine made me this pendant after one of our first gigs, so it's quite dear to me. 😊
@@thefyrdsman9590 It's very cool! Maybe you could sell some as band merch? Understandable that you'd rather not if it's personal though. Also could be misconstrued as the Sonnenrad which is a conversation not worth having!
Hope all goes well with the band, I'll be sure to check it out! Always looking for new music to get into!
Excellent video. Thank you for your time.
Thank you for your support!
Enjoyed that reading of Deor. Cheers.
Thank you! There will be more to come.
OK but I was on my way out of a panic attack and this was suggested, that was mad soothing thank uuu
Glad to be a helping hand!
We've been missing you! Nice to have you back
Thank you! It's great to have the space and time to make these videos again!
The return of the King!
Much appreciated!
Would love a Battle of Maldon reading next! That would be awesome
Excellent choice!
Immediately had to get onto this video once it went live.
Appreciate the support man!
@@thefyrdsman9590 Anytime!
Thanks for the video, helped me so much with studying for my uni exam
This was a brilliant explanation, thankyou so much.
I'm a big fan of reading original Chaucer texts aloud in Middle English. It's quite a lot of fun. I've got a bit of studying to do if I'm to be anywhere near your Old English mind you. Thanks for this.
Really enjoyed your reading and the philosophy- thank you 🙏
I want an hour or 2 of just lecture
wise words
Link to your merch page isn't working!
Hey man. Sorry about that. Try this!
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@@thefyrdsman9590 works. And no need to apologize - you're putting in great work. Didn't want you to miss out on the chance for support.