Epeisodion 2
Chorus
Who then is the helmsman of Necessity?
515
Prometheus
The three-shaped Fates and mindful Furies.
Chorus
Can it be that Zeus has less power than they do?
Prometheus
Yes, in that even he cannot escape what is foretold.
Chorus
Why, what is fated for Zeus except to hold eternal sway?
Prometheus
This you must not learn yet; do not be over-eager.
520
Chorus
It is some solemn secret, surely, that you enshroud in mystery.
Prometheus
Think of some other subject, for it is not the proper time to speak of this. No matter what, this must be kept concealed; for it is by safeguarding it that
I am to escape my dishonorable bonds and outrage.
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