Histories

If it descends upon the +Peloponnese [22,37.5] (region), Greece, Europe Peloponnese, the king himself and his army on the mainland will be endangered. If, however, it turns towards the ships at Salamis (island), Attica, Central Greece and Euboea, Greece, EuropeSalamis, the king will be in danger of losing his fleet.

Every year the Athenians observe this festival for the Mother and the Maiden, and any Athenian or other Hellene who wishes is initiated. The voice which you hear is the ‘Iacchus’ they cry at this festival.” To this Demaratus replied, “Keep silent and tell this to no one else.