And the brethren twain of the father came thither the son to greet, + 

So soon as they heard the tidings of his home-returning feet. + 

Not from afar came Pheres from Hypereia’s spring: + 

From Messene fared Amythaon: Admetus hastening + 

Thitherward came with Melampus, and greeted lovingly + 

Their kinsman. And while they feasted, with gracious courtesy + 

Did Jason commune with them ever, and he made them abundant cheer, + 

And he lengthened out all joyance of the hearts that held him dear: + 

For five long nights together, five days, did the hero abide + 

Still plucking the consecrated flowers of the festal tide. + 