Cleobis and Biton Translation

Cleobis and Biton were the sons of Cydippe. Cydippe was the priestess of the goddess Juno. Cydippe was desiring to see a great statue of Juno. But the statue was far away, and Cydippe was not able to walk; the boys were not considering oxen. Cleobis and Biton were loving Cydippe; therefore, they themselves were pulling a wagon. The labor was difficult, but the sons of Cydippe were strong. Now Cydippe was able to see the statue; wherefore, she prayed to Juno: "Oh, beautiful goddess! Cleobis and Biton were having good morals and virtue. Therefore, give my sons the best reward." Because of the prayer of Cydippe, Juno, without delay, gave the boys death without pain. Cleobis and Biton now are happy in perpetual peace.