It is too late. The dead lying before the walls will cry reproach on us.
Pashur
It is too late. The war has heaped up such mountains of hatred.
Nay, it is not too late. [He pauses for a moment] An envoy has already passed between Nebuchadnezzar and me.
[The councilors spring excitedly to their feet]
Nahum
Thou hast received an envoy from Nebuchadnezzar? Blessed be the hour.
Hananiah
Traitor! Thou holdest parley with the enemy!