... Destiny represents a powerful force in Virgil's extraordinary work, and it comes as no surprise that it is the most influential factor found throughout the Aeneid. The fate of Aeneas remains the driving force throughout the epic poem. Due to the importance of Aeneas" fate, several individuals are sacrificed to ... does not know the shield's secrets, and he can only smile in wonder at the possibilities presented in the images (252). Throughout the Aeneid, similar prophetic moments serve to guide Aeneas on his quest to found the city of Rome. These range from words of encouragement from h...

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