And at Pytho once o’er the Hellene host was he victor, and won by the gracious will + 

Of Fortune at Isthmus and Nemea crowns; and he gave to the Muses new acres to till + 

Thrice at the mountain-gates of the sea in the athlete-contests excelling, + 

And thrice on the hallowed ground where stood mid pastures Adrastus’ dwelling. + 

Zeus Father, his lips are sealed, but thou knowest his heart’s desire, for in thine hands rest + 

All issues of deeds. He prayeth thy grace with a toil-strong heart, with a dauntless breast. + 