Dream of the Rood, The

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Dream of the Rood, The. An Old English poem which represents the feelings of the Cross during the Crucifixion. The poet is unknown, as are the date and origin of the poem, which was formerly ascribed to Cynewulf. Some 15 lines of it are carved on the Ruthwell Cross (8th cent.).

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