Stasimon 3 Flashcards
1
Q
Praise Athens
A
descendants of Erechtheus (Athenian hero) happy for so long
Holy and unconquered land
Filled with most glorious knowledge
Aphrodite was born by the Athenian river
The muses were at greatest strength in Athens
How will this wonderful city receive the author of infanticide
2
Q
What do they ask of MEdea
A
we beg you by your knees unreservedly, in every way (supplication which she rejects) do not kill your children
3
Q
THey question MEdea
A
How will you be unflinching when they fall in supplication (twice this concept Medea has already abused)
