Faustus
[fou-stuh s, faw-]
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Contemporary Examples of faustus
Faustus is likely derived from Hephaestus—a Faustian struggle is between good and evil.
Historical Examples of faustus
Dr. Faustus was a German, and the best play about him is by a German poet.
The Nursery Rhyme BookUnknown
Faustus, according to the traditions, had a pretty keen eye for a joke.
The Humbugs of the WorldP. T. Barnum
Faustus beheld likewise the council-house and castle, with no small wonder.
Mediaeval TalesVarious
But this liked not Faustus that one man should have as many wives as he would.
Mediaeval TalesVarious
Faustus took hold on him, and would not permit him to do it.
Mediaeval TalesVarious