Orpheus was a mythical musician who had the power to charm all living things with his music. He was able to use his music to enter the underworld and persuade Hades, the god of the underworld, to release his wife Eurydice from death. Orpheus' story represents the power of music over death, as his music was able to move even the gods in the underworld.

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Orpheus Represented

Question 24

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Orpheus represented:

A) the power of forgetfulness of life's sorrows
B) the power of music over death
C) the power of revenge over both life and death
D) safety on the journey from life to death.

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