Time period of didactic peotry

Didactic poetry has been written throughout history, with examples found in ancient texts like Homer's "The Odyssey" and Hesiod's "Works and Days." The didactic genre experienced a resurgence during the Renaissance and Enlightenment periods, with poets like John Milton and Alexander Pope using it to impart moral lessons and educational insights. Modern poets continue to engage with didactic themes, adapting the form to address contemporary issues and values.