Panegyric upon Julian by Libanius, who knew him well and admired him.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- This describes a speech praising Julian, written by someone who knew him well.
- In plain terms
- It is a laudatory speech by an admirer.
- What can you take from it?
- Personal knowledge adds weight to praise.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How reliable is praise from a friend?
- What makes a speech a panegyric?
Another view
Admiration may color the accuracy of the portrayal.
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