Prayer to Apollo, Juno
Apollo · Juno
Pythian Apollo, inspired by You and Your guiding influence I go forth to destroy the city of Veii. A tenth part of its spoils I devote to You. Likewise for You, Juno Regina, who in Veii now dwells, I pray, that after our victory You will follow us to our City, that soon will become Your City as well, where a holy precinct worthy of Your dignity will be built to receive You.
Fons · Source
AuthorLivy
WorkAb Urbe Condita
Section5.21.2-3
Period4th c. BC (recorded by Livy, 1st c. BC)
Occasionbefore battle / siege of Veii
Classificatio · Taxonomy
Cultureroman
Formpublic
DeitiesApollo, Juno
Functionspetition · dedication · oath
Spheremilitary · civic