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73

To Priapus

Tutelam pomarii, diligens Priape, facito:
rubricato furibus minare mutinio.

Of vergers diligent guard (Priapus!), threat
These robbing loons with thy red amulet.

O Priapus, faithful protector of orchards, warn off the thieves with thy red-painted amulet.


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