And what dost thou so idly?

Why dost not strike?

Cæs.‍Your old philosophers

Beheld mankind, as mere spectators of

The Olympic games. When I behold a prize

Worth wrestling for, I may be found a Milo.[246]

Arn. Aye, 'gainst an oak.

Cæs.‍A forest, when it suits me:

I combat with a mass, or not at all.60

Meantime, pursue thy sport as I do mine;