Thereupon Mezentius gets to horse and rides back to die in a vain endeavour to avenge his son.

AEneas exults over Mezentius (955-1089).
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Meanwhile, at bidding of almighty Jove, His palace, as Olympus' gates unfold, Stands open.

To his starry halls above The Sire of Gods and men, whose eyes behold The wide-wayed earth, the Dardans' leaguered hold, And Latium's peoples, from his throne of state Convokes the council.

Ranged on seats of gold Around the halls, in silence they await.
Himself, in measured speech, begins the grand debate.
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