Gorau Cymro tro trylew Biau'r wlad, lin Bywer Lew, Gwr meingryf, gorau mangre, A phiau'r llys; hoff yw'r lle.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The poet praises the beauty of his homeland, its fields, and its court, calling the place beloved.
- In plain terms
- He celebrates his country's scenery and court.
- What can you take from it?
- Cherish the beauty of one's homeland.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do we idealize our own lands?
- How does landscape shape identity?
Another view
The verse is highly specific and may not resonate universally.
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