Hymn 5 to Aphrodite

Homeric Hymns

Hymni Homerici, creator; Hesiod, creator; Homer, creator; Evelyn-White, Hugh G. (Hugh Gerard), d. 1924, translator

a splendid robe of gold, enriched with all manner of needlework, which shimmered like the moon

over her tender breasts, a marvel to see. Also she wore twisted brooches and shining earrings in the form of flowers;

and round her soft throat were lovely necklaces.