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N the land of Bohemia there was a lord and prince, whose name was. He was a man of lofty mind, and prided himself on accomplishing whatsoever he devised. He had a very beautiful wife, named Theodora, daughter of the King of Lombardy, by whom he had a son, whom he commanded to be named. Once upon a time Stilfrid began to discourse with his wife, saying; “Dear lady! know that our parents gave us this counsel, that, if possible, we should win honour and a good name for our nation. Now I have devised to go forth and not return back, even if I give my life for it, until I win greater honour for myself and my country; for this kettle,