Ere his warrior-soul should be shamed by a thrust in the back from Periklymenus’ spear: + 

For when panic is sent from Heaven, even the sons of the Gods must flee in fear. + 

If it be possible, O Kronion, such trial of manhood with spears blood-pouring, + 

Such struggle for hfe and death, I fain would defer to the uttermost. Nay, I implore, + 

Grant thou to the sons of Etna a portion in governance fair for evermore, + 