V.
The Chorus unite again into a full band, and sing the Finale of the Litany in regular Strophe and Antistrophe.
STROPHE.
Gods and goddesses almighty!
Earthly and celestial powers!
Of all good things consummators,
Guardians of the Theban towers!
Save the spear-encompassed city
From a foreign-speaking foe![n16]
Hear the virgin band, that prays thee
With the out-stretched arms of woe!