elysian

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But Phillips’s songs—ethereal, elysian, toothsome—have inspired plenty of scholars and fans to go scouting for more information, beginning with the musical apparatus that might have been responsible for that celestial chiming.

From The New Yorker • Oct. 20, 2016

Now 2 & 3 Part Inventions, a work of elysian balance and serenity, is performed at N.Y.C.B.

From Time Magazine Archive

His days passed in the contemplation of ideal grandeurs, he lived among the glories and solemnities of universal Nature; his thoughts were of sages and heroes, and scenes of elysian beauty.

From The Life of Friedrich Schiller Comprehending an Examination of His Works by Carlyle, Thomas

What seems so is ——; This life of mortal breath Is but a suburb of the life elysian, Whose portal we call Death.

From English Synonyms and Antonyms With Notes on the Correct Use of Prepositions by Fernald, James Champlin

In its place bright mansions, elysian groves, await the soul at death.

From The Origins and Destiny of Imperial Britain Nineteenth Century Europe by Cramb, J. A. (John Adam)