Seest not that troop of eagles fierce on high,
Who fight these birds with cruel beak and bill,
And round their quivering prey in circles fly!
Second Priest.
They use alone their strength and cruel will
To drive these birds into some narrow spot,
Then close them in with wily art and skill.
First Priest.
That omen I denounce; I like it not:
Imperial eagles conquering as they go!