_In two Strophes and Antistrophes._
The storks show a pattern of filial piety: why do not men follow it?
By Zeus and Themis there is a punishment for the unfilial; may the
voice crying for vengeance reach the sons of Atreus below! Their house
is full of woe; Electra, alone faithful, is ready to face death if only
she may destroy the twin furies. The great and good will purchase
glory with life; so may'st thou prevail and gain the name of the best
of daughters. {1096}