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Hesiod, the Homeric Hymns, and Homerica

XXIX. TO HESTIA

Project Gutenberg EPUB edition Hesiod and Evelyn-White, Hugh G. (Hugh Gerard)
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(ll. 1-6) Hestia, in the high dwellings of all, both deathless gods and men who walk on earth, you have gained an everlasting abode and highest honour: glorious is your portion and your right. For without you mortals hold no banquet,—where one does not duly pour sweet wine in offering to Hestia both first and last.
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(ll. 7-10) 2533 And you, slayer of Argus, Son of Zeus and Maia, messenger of the blessed gods, bearer of the golden rod, giver of good, be favourable and help us, you and Hestia, the worshipful and dear. Come and dwell in this glorious house in friendship together; for you two, well knowing the noble actions of men, aid on their wisdom and their strength.
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(ll. 12-13) Hail, Daughter of Cronos, and you also, Hermes, bearer of the golden rod! Now I will remember you and another song also.

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Hesiod, the Homeric Hymns, and Homerica, Project Gutenberg eBook #348

XXVIII. TO ATHENA XXX. TO EARTH THE MOTHER OF ALL