Eth. The face is the true index of the mind,
A ready formula, whereby to read
The lesson of a lifetime in a glance.
Sel. (in wonder). Then, Ethais, is perfect comeliness
Always identified with moral worth?
Eth. The comeliest man is the most virtuous—
That’s an unfailing rule.
Sel.Then, Ethais,
There is no holier man on earth than thou!
My sisters, Ethais, are sadly changed