He gave another proof of this propensity, by throwing himself upon the
timid Cupid, and wrestling from him his quivers; and increased his
notoriety by robbing Venus of her girdle, Mars of his sword, Jupiter of his
sceptre, and Vulcan of his mechanical instruments.
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"Hermes with gods and men, even from that day
Mingled and wrought the latter much annoy,
And little profit, going far astray,
Through the dun night."