Yes, even the strong are overthrown by misfortunes. Heracles Ah! Would I could become a stone upon this spot, oblivious of trouble. Theseus Peace! give your hand to a friend and helper. Heracles No, let me not wipe off the blood upon your robe. Theseus Wipe it off and spare not; I will not refuse you. Heracles Bereft of my own sons, I find you as a son to me. Theseus Throw your arm about my neck; I will be your guide. Heracles A pair of friends indeed, but one a man of sorrows. Ah! aged father, this is the kind of man to make a friend. Amphitryon Blessed in her sons, the country that gave him birth! Heracles Theseus, turn me back again to see my children. Theseus What for? Do you think to find a drug in this to soothe your soul?