Stasimon 2 Flashcards
1
Q
Love in excess in contrast to moderation
A
When love comes too violently to men (excessive) it gives them no glory for moral virtue
If Cypris come in moderation no other goddess is so delightful
2
Q
What do they ask of Cypris
A
Never shoot your inescapable arrow at me
May she never madden my heart with adulterous love and Attack me with quarrelsome anger and i satiate feuding.
May she give honour to unions free from war., be a sharp judge between marriages (so she can distinguish those free from war)
3
Q
What do they never wish to be without
A
May I never be without my city, may I die first, nothing is worse than to lose my native land
