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EPISODE · Sep 3, 2025 · 27 MIN

The Fall Of Samson | Milton’s Tragic Hero Who Lost Everything

from The Cause - Rob Pirie · host Robert Pirie

Send us Fan MailJohn Milton’s "Samson Agonistes" is one of the most powerful tragic poems ever written. The story of Samson, blinded, betrayed, and enslaved, reflects Milton’s own struggles after the English Revolution. He would also be blind at the time of creating this poem. This video explores the downfall of Samson, his final act of strength, and the deeper meaning behind Milton’s tragic hero who would lose everything.Join me on Samson's journey of blindness, redemption, faith, and rebellion. Can Samson Agonistes still speak to us today?Substack: https://substack.com/@robpirieSome Resources Covered In Video: • Samson Agonistes: On Audible: https://amzn.to/3xMiTQH• John Milton - Complete Works - https://amzn.to/3TsFiuM• Harvard Classics Complete Kindle Set - https://amzn.to/3OStaAmIf you would like to support this series, please consider purchasing my coffee, which is linked below, or checking out some of my favorite books. • COFFEE Website: http://cedarotacoffee.com/ * Use Code "thecause" for 15% off on your first order. The Best Writing Journals: • https://amzn.to/4hrj5XEBest Headphones for listening to books. • My Headphones (Great Noise Cancelling) - https://amzn.to/4jLzK9MSupport the show

Send us Fan Mail John Milton’s "Samson Agonistes" is one of the most powerful tragic poems ever written. The story of Samson, blinded, betrayed, and enslaved, reflects Milton’s own struggles after the English Revolution. He would also be blind at the time of creating this poem. This video explores the downfall of Samson, his final act of strength, and the deeper meaning behind Milton’s tragic hero who would lose everything. Join me on Samson's journey of blindness, redemption, faith, and reb...

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