In the sport of bears | or in sons of kings,
[87]. In a calf that is sick | or a stubborn thrall,
A flattering witch | or a foe new slain.
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[88]. In a brother’s slayer, | if thou meet him abroad,
In a half-burned house, | in a horse full swift—
One leg is hurt | and the horse is useless—
None had ever such faith | as to trust in them all.
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[a]89]. Hope not too surely | for early harvest,