In one hand the sceptre, in the other a thunderbolt. […] They did not even sing Pæans in honour of Apollo, or observe any of the solemnities usual at other sacrifices. […] Delian feasts were those which the Athenian, and the other Greek states celebrated every four years at Delos. […] On gems and all other pieces of antiquity, he is represented as amusing himself with childish diversions. […] In one hand she holds a spear, and in the other, a shield, with the dying head of Medusa upon it.

But the other torches burned no better. […] Then the other goddess drew near. […] “Ask some other proof,” he urged. […] Then he started for the door, but the other Gorgons sprang up with a shriek. […] “Yes, they are beyond all other gifts of gods or men.”