[2] The Arms of Portugal (Canto iii., 53, 54).
[3] The Ganges (not the Jordan).
[4] D. Joam III. and the Emperor Charles Quint.
[5] End of exordium: narrative begins.
[6] Viriatus.
[7] Valdevez, or Campo da Matança, A.D. 1128 (Canto iv. 16).
[8] Battle of Ourique, A.D. 1139.
[9] I. e., disclose Thyself; show a sign.
[10] Alfonso IV. (1325-1357).
[11] Writing his name upon the tree-trunks and leaves.