Two Noble Spartan Youths
Darius died before he could avenge Marathon, but his son Xerxes vowed to continue. The Spartans, guilty of having killed Persian heralds, were told by an oracle they must atone. Two noble Spartan youths, Sperthias and Bulis, volunteered to go to Persia and offer their lives. Xerxes refused to kill them, saying he would not become as guilty as the Spartans. He released them, impressed by their courage.
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Comprehension
Notes that Darius died before avenging Marathon
Cause & Consequence
Explains why the youths volunteered: to atone for their city's crime
Significance
Recognizes that Spartans valued honor more than life
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