[30]
i.e. like the scrapings from skin, ἀποστλεγγίσματα; see Strabo p. 224 for this adventure.
[31]
The Symplegades are referred to, where help was given by Athena, not by Hera. It is strange that no mention is made of the Planctae, properly so called, past which they are soon to be helped. Perhaps some lines have fallen out.
[32]
i.e. the Mighty One.
[33]
i.e. the Wanderers.
[34]
A fabulous metal, resembling gold in appearance.