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310 conducted him to Troy. The Greeks prevailed; and after his decease, and the capture of the city, the hostages of the adverse side were set at liberty. (87)

My beloved, Paris represents the devil; Helen, the human soul, or all mankind. Troy is hell. Ulixes is Christ; and Achilles, the Holy Ghost. The arms signify the cross, keys, lance, crown, &c.

was an emperor whose porter was remarkably sagacious. He earnestly besought