2. whom the tyrant pitying, though he had been dreadfully reproached by his brethren,
3. seeing him already encompassed with chains, had him brought nearer, and endeavoured to counsel him, saying,
4. You see the end of the madness of your brethren: for they have died in torture through disobedience; and you, if disobedient, having been miserably tormented, will yourself perish prematurely.
5. But if you obey, you shall be my friend, and have a charge over the affairs of the kingdom.