Ode on the Day of the Ascension to the All-Russian Throne of Her Majesty the Empress Elisaveta Petrovna by Mikhail Lomonosov. Short summary

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In the ode, Lomonosov glorifies the great deeds of Empress Elizabeth Petrovna. She chose the right course in the administration of the Russian state and promoted the development of science and education.

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The ode consists of three interrelated parts. In the first of them the author enthuses and praises the empress. He mentions her services to the homeland and recalls the past achievements of previous rulers. The author speaks of Peter I and the importance of his reforms for the state. It was from him that Elizaveta Petrovna took over the baton of great deeds.

The second part describes the majestic image of the Russian Empire. The country is famous for its boundless expanses, inexhaustible natural resources, rich spiritual and creative potential.

To strengthen the state it is necessary to further develop science, to engage in enlightenment and education of citizens. The final part again glorifies the empress for her deeds for the benefit of the whole country.