The Fates of the Apostles
work by Cynewulf
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The Fates of the Apostles is a short martyrology by the Old English poet Cynewulf. It is preserved in the Vercelli Book and describes the mission and death of each of the Twelve Apostles. Cynewulf, who likely lived in the 9th century, is known for embedding his runic signature within the epilogues of his poems. While the poem is not considered to possess great originality, it is noted for its lucid style and technical skill, drawing imagery from everyday life and the Germanic epic tradition.12
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