ant. 7.
Him if high-ruling Zeus
Bring to me safe, let the rest
Go as it will! But if this
Clash with justice, the Gods
Forgive my folly, and work
Vengeance on sinner and sin—
Only to me give my child!
The Chorus
str. 8.
Hear us and help us, Shade of our King!
Merope
str. 9.
A return, O Father! give to thy boy!
The Chorus
ant. 8.
Send an avenger, Gods of the dead!
Merope
ant. 9.
An avenger I ask not—send me my son!
The Chorus