Le motif de la militia amoris dans les élégies de Properce et Les amours I.9 d’Ovide: une analyse schématique

Résumé

The aim of this article is to conduct a schematic analysis of the principal topoi associated with the motif of militia amoris, evaluating their incorporation by Propertius and Ovid within their respective elegies. Additionally, the article seeks to scrutinize the differentiations between these two poets regarding the thematic aspect of militia amoris. To address these inquiries, the study employs a comparative analysis, drawing parallels specifically between Ovid’s Amores, I, 9, and selected excerpts from Propertius’ elegies that engage with this motif. The article’s progression is structured around two distinct phases: initially, it will be necessary to establish a comprehensive definition of militia amoris and outline its fundamental characteristics. Subsequently, an in-depth analysis will ensue, scrutinizing how Propertius and Ovid handle this theme. This methodological framework is devised to facilitate not only an assessment of the idiosyncrasies inherent to each poet but also an exploration of the points of convergence and divergence between them.