noon
Thurs was the best speaker ; he could express emotions and thoughts rhythmically . Poems were read and received with applause . John sang folk-songs to the accompaniment of his guitar , some on sentimental subjects , and some on improper ones . At noon they were still in high spirits but inclined to be sleepy . In the afternoon when the sun was over Lilia Värtan they had a short sleep , and then the carouse passed into a new phase . Thurs , the Israelite , had recited a poem on the greatness of the North , and called on the old gods of Scandinavia . Ur , the patriot , denied him the right to appropriate other people 's gods .