SAPIENTIA. Go before us and show the way. We will follow you.
Scene III
ANTIOCHUS. That is the Emperor you see there, seated on his throne. Be careful what you say to him.
SAPIENTIA. The word of Christ forbids us to take thought as to what we ought to say. His wisdom is sufficient for us.
HADRIAN. Are you there, Antiochus?
ANTIOCHUS. At your service, my lord.
HADRIAN. Are these the women whom you have arrested on account of their Christian opinions?
ANTIOCHUS. Yes, lord.
HADRIAN. I am amazed at their beauty; I cannot help admiring their noble and dignified manner.
ANTIOCHUS. Waste no time in admiring them, my lord. Make them worship the gods.