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An Athenian and a Theban were traveling together and, as was natural, fell into conversation. As their talk flowed on, it turned to heroes—a long discussion, but otherwise of no consequence and hardly worth repeating. At last the Theban sang the praises of Alcmene’s son as the greatest of men, and now of gods as well. The Athenian, however, maintained that Theseus was far superior: his lot had truly been divine, while Heracles’ had been one of servitude. He was winning the argument, for he was a glib speaker. The other, being a Boeotian and no match for him in a contest of words, replied in his rough fashion: “Enough! You win. Then may Theseus be angry with us, and Heracles with the Athenians!” One should not rouse the mighty to anger against those under their power. [On idle talk and quarrels.]