Because you deem that he shall be the king
And treasure up reward and amnesty.
[Into one cave, then another he rushes, then out among them furious.]
From me, ill-fruited ineffectual herd!
Away from me, he’s fled and none of you
Is servant and will find and for me seize him!
From me—I’ll sleep—I’ll rest—and then—
[All begin to crowd out, overawed, but Doeg and Abner.]
I’ll sleep.
[Slowly he moves into the cave, Left, and lies down.]