Epeisodion 3
Theoklymenos
set out for home or remain here in happiness. Exit Theoklymenos.
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Menelaos
O Zeus, called father and god of wisdom, look on us and alter our woes! As we drag our fortunes to the rocky hill, make haste to join with us; if you touch us with your finger-tip only,
we shall reach our longed-for goal. There has been enough distress in what we have suffered before. I have invoked you, gods, with many names, good and painful; I am not bound to be unfortunate forever, but to advance in a straight course. If you grant me one favor,
1445
you will make me fortunate hereafter. Exeunt Menelaos and Helen.
1450
