They committed murder and devastation like dolts.

They left their dead on the field, without burial.

They engaged in battle without consulting priest or augur.

It was not only their goods, but their families, their life, the honor of their country, and the sanctuary of their religion, that the Greeks were defending, and they might rely on the protection of the gods.

The oracle of Apollo had answered, "I and the white virgins will provide for this matter." The people surrounded the temple, and the priests supported and encouraged the people.