LANGUAGE, POWER, AND DIVINE ORDER IN THE WORKS OF JOHN MILTON

Abstract

This article explores the intricate relationship between language, power, and divine order in the works of John Milton, one of the most influential poets and thinkers of the seventeenth century. It argues that Milton used language not merely as a poetic tool, but as a medium for expressing divine truth, moral authority, and intellectual freedom. Through close readings of Paradise Lost, Paradise Regained, and Areopagitica, the study reveals how Milton’s vision of language reflects his belief in free will, spiritual hierarchy, and divine justice. Furthermore, the research emphasizes that Milton viewed the creative power of words as a reflection of God’s creative act, positioning the poet as both a servant and interpreter of divine order.