Literary notes about THUS (AI summary)
The term "thus" functions in literature as a transitional marker that signals consequence, summarizes an action, or accentuates the manner in which something is expressed. In verse and narrative alike, it often appears to connect preceding events with their logical or dramatic outcomes—as in ancient epic passages where a character's emotional state or a pivotal act is framed by the term ([1], [2]). It is also used to denote the process of reasoning and conclusion in philosophical or argumentative discourse, linking cause with effect in a compact and authoritative manner ([3], [4]). Additionally, its rhythmic placement within dialogue or descriptive prose contributes to a refined, formal cadence, underscoring a measured, deliberate style of narration ([5], [6]).
- Thus while he thinks, Antilochus appears, And tells the melancholy tale with tears.
— from The Iliad by Homer - “Thus having said, he bids us put to sea; We loose from shore our haulsers, and obey, And soon with swelling sails pursue the wat’ry way.
— from The Aeneid by Virgil - Double Immortality Having made minute observations on the secret properties of the peaches, Sun ate of them and was thus assured against death.
— from Myths and Legends of China by E. T. C. Werner - Thus saith the Lord God: I will make the multitude of Egypt to cease by the hand of Nabuchodonosor the king of Babylon.
— from The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Complete - So bodes my soul, and bids me thus advise; For thus a skilful seer would read the skies.
— from The Iliad by Homer - He has the stamp of Marcius, and I have Before-time seen him thus.
— from The Complete Works of William Shakespeare by William Shakespeare
