From their design and versification it really is obvious that the poems fit in with the traditional amount of Latin literature.

The Priapeia is an accumulation ninety-five poems in a variety of meters on subjects regarding the god that is phallic. It absolutely was put together from literary works and inscriptions on pictures of this god by an unknown editor, whom composed the epigram that is introductory. From their design and versification it really is obvious that the poems fit in with the period that is classical of literature. [Source: Wikipedia]

1. In play, Priapus (thou canst testify) 2. Darkly might We to thee say: Oh offer me personally for good and ever 3. These pills, sacred to your Rigid Jesus 4. all of the conditions (they do say) Priapus made out of the youngling 5. Though we be wood Priapus (as thou see'st) 6. Oft in my own message one letter is lost; for Predicate constantly 7. Matrons avoid this web site, for the chaste type 8. 'Why be my parts obscene exhibited without address?' thou askest 9.