We demand that this prophetess be restored to us, making oath on our part that she shall be given over safely to her betrothed husband and that no harm shall come to her for any crimes or treasons she may have committed against her people." "As to this matter," replied Pharaoh quietly, "make your prayer to the Prince of Egypt, in whose household I understand the woman dwells.

If it pleases him to surrender her who, I take it, is a witch or a cunning worker of tricks, to her betrothed and her kindred, let him do so.

It is not for Pharaoh to judge of the fate of private slaves." The man wheeled round and addressed Seti, saying: "You have heard, Son of the King.

Will you deliver up this woman ?" "Neither do I promise to deliver her up nor not to deliver her up," answered Seti, "since the lady Merapi is no member of my household, nor have I any authority over her.

She who saved my life dwells within my walls for safety's sake.