When these have perished, that they went their way
Because the son of Thetis would not aid them.
Ach. But if ’twere said because he feared to die?
Th. Fearst thou reproach of fear that fearst not death?
Ach. I fear not, but by proof would shun reproach.
Th. Men, son, are what they are; and thou art brave.
’Tis asked of poor and questionable spirits
To prove their worth.
Ach.I prove myself a coward.
Th. How! when it needed heavenly prayers and tears,