STROPHE IV

And now the sword already at the heart,

Sharp-pointed, strikes a blow that pierces through,

While Vengeance guides the hand; 630

For lo! the lawlessness

Of one who doth transgress all lawlessly

The might and majesty of Zeus, lies not

As trampled under foot.[439]

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