...must find some other land, since he desires to save this country. Is it this prophecy that keeps us from being safe? Yes, this prophecy. In all else our fortune is good. Then fear no more the Argive enemy's spear. For I am ready, old man, of my own accord and unbidden, to appear for sacrifice and be killed. For what shall we say if this city is willing to run great risks on our behalf, and yet...