Of this our Apian land.[[290]]
[The Chief of the Chorus turns to Clytæmnestra, and
her train of handmaids, who are seen
approaching
Chor. I come, O Clytæmnestra, honouring
Thy majesty: 'tis meet to pay respect
To a chief's wife, the man's throne empty left:
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But whether thou hast heard good news, or else
In hopes of tidings glad dost sacrifice,