Iphigenia in Aulis

Euripides

Euripides. The Plays of Euripides, Translated into English Prose from the Text of Paley. Vol. II. Coleridge, Edward P., translator. London: George Bell and Sons, 1891.

  1. saying: Why do we tarry, Achilles? how much longer must we count the days to the start for Ilium? do something if you are so minded; or lead home your men, and do not wait for the tardy action of these Atridae.
Clytemnestra
  1. Hail to you, son of the Nereid goddess! I heard your voice
  2. from within the tent and came forth.
Achilles
  1. O modesty revered! who can this lady be whom I behold, so richly dowered with beauty’s gifts?
Clytemnestra
  1. No wonder you do not know me, seeing I am one you have never before set eyes on; I praise your reverent address to modesty.