Chapter XXXIII

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

past form of “assemble” — create by putting components or members together

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

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From this reading And to those who waited there, Semiramis came at last; no longer clothed in the splendor of her gem-sewn robes, or the glory of her battle-gear.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading And to those who waited there, Semiramis came at last; no longer clothed in the splendor of her gem-sewn robes, or the glory of her battle-gear.

made for or formed by carving (“carven” is archaic or literary)

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

a natural or artificial enclosed space

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

the act of singing in a monotonous tone

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

go after with the intent to catch

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

plural of “chief” — a person who is in charge

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

wearing or provided with clothing; sometimes used in combination

From this reading And to those who waited there, Semiramis came at last; no longer clothed in the splendor of her gem-sewn robes, or the glory of her battle-gear.

plural of “command” — an authoritative direction or instruction to do something

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

a body serving in an administrative capacity

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

the Crown (or the reigning monarch) as the symbol of the power and authority of a monarchy

From this reading She wore a garb of mourning, and on the flame-hued locks was set no diadem save a crown of withered leaves.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

performance of moral or religious acts

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

an ornamental jeweled headdress signifying sovereignty

From this reading She wore a garb of mourning, and on the flame-hued locks was set no diadem save a crown of withered leaves.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

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From this reading She wore a garb of mourning, and on the flame-hued locks was set no diadem save a crown of withered leaves.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion

From this reading She wore a garb of mourning, and on the flame-hued locks was set no diadem save a crown of withered leaves.

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From this reading And to those who waited there, Semiramis came at last; no longer clothed in the splendor of her gem-sewn robes, or the glory of her battle-gear.

a state of high honor

From this reading And to those who waited there, Semiramis came at last; no longer clothed in the splendor of her gem-sewn robes, or the glory of her battle-gear.

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading And to those who waited there, Semiramis came at last; no longer clothed in the splendor of her gem-sewn robes, or the glory of her battle-gear.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

inflected form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading In silence she came into the hall, and in silence took her seat upon the throne.

prepare and issue for public distribution or sale

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

immediately past

From this reading And to those who waited there, Semiramis came at last; no longer clothed in the splendor of her gem-sewn robes, or the glory of her battle-gear.

plural of “leaf” — the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants

From this reading She wore a garb of mourning, and on the flame-hued locks was set no diadem save a crown of withered leaves.

plural of “lock” — a fastener fitted to a door or drawer to keep it firmly closed

From this reading She wore a garb of mourning, and on the flame-hued locks was set no diadem save a crown of withered leaves.

for more time

From this reading And to those who waited there, Semiramis came at last; no longer clothed in the splendor of her gem-sewn robes, or the glory of her battle-gear.

a document giving an official instruction or command

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

having or showing great strength or force or intensity

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

possessive form of “monarch” — a nation's ruler or head of state usually by hereditary right

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

state of sorrow over the death or departure of a loved one

From this reading She wore a garb of mourning, and on the flame-hued locks was set no diadem save a crown of withered leaves.

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From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

not any; not one

From this reading And to those who waited there, Semiramis came at last; no longer clothed in the splendor of her gem-sewn robes, or the glory of her battle-gear.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

on one occasion

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading And to those who waited there, Semiramis came at last; no longer clothed in the splendor of her gem-sewn robes, or the glory of her battle-gear.

a large and stately mansion

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

plural of “priest” — a clergyman in Christian churches who has the authority to perform or administer various religious rites; one of the Holy Orders

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

A prediction of what will happen in the future, often divinely or magically inspired.

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

the only fertile female in a colony of social insects such as bees and ants and termites; its function is to lay eggs

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

possessive form of “queen” — the only fertile female in a colony of social insects such as bees and ants and termites; its function is to lay eggs

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

plural of “robe” — any loose flowing garment

From this reading And to those who waited there, Semiramis came at last; no longer clothed in the splendor of her gem-sewn robes, or the glory of her battle-gear.

except for; apart from

From this reading She wore a garb of mourning, and on the flame-hued locks was set no diadem save a crown of withered leaves.

a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)

From this reading In silence she came into the hall, and in silence took her seat upon the throne.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

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From this reading And to those who waited there, Semiramis came at last; no longer clothed in the splendor of her gem-sewn robes, or the glory of her battle-gear.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading She wore a garb of mourning, and on the flame-hued locks was set no diadem save a crown of withered leaves.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading She wore a garb of mourning, and on the flame-hued locks was set no diadem save a crown of withered leaves.

Complete absence of sound; a state of quietness and stillness.

From this reading In silence she came into the hall, and in silence took her seat upon the throne.

a short musical composition with words

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

very large in expanse or scope

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

Magnificent and splendid appearance; grandeur and brilliance.

From this reading And to those who waited there, Semiramis came at last; no longer clothed in the splendor of her gem-sewn robes, or the glory of her battle-gear.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

a flight of stairs or a flight of steps

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

disclosing unintentionally something concealed

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading And to those who waited there, Semiramis came at last; no longer clothed in the splendor of her gem-sewn robes, or the glory of her battle-gear.

the chair of state for a monarch, bishop, etc.

From this reading In silence she came into the hall, and in silence took her seat upon the throne.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

an Asian river; a tributary of the Euphrates River

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading In silence she came into the hall, and in silence took her seat upon the throne.

plural of “trophy” — an award for success in war or hunting

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading In silence she came into the hall, and in silence took her seat upon the throne.

past form of “wait” — stay in one place and anticipate or expect something

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

plural of “wall” — an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

the waging of armed conflict against an enemy

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

in or at the place that

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

which person or people

From this reading And to those who waited there, Semiramis came at last; no longer clothed in the splendor of her gem-sewn robes, or the glory of her battle-gear.

lean and wrinkled by shrinkage as from age or illness

From this reading She wore a garb of mourning, and on the flame-hued locks was set no diadem save a crown of withered leaves.

an established custom

From this reading A WAR QUEEN’S PROPHECY Once more the priests and the chiefs of war foregathered at the mandate of the Queen; and now they waited not on the palace steps, but assembled in the council hall, that spacious chamber where, in days of old King Ninus was wont to issue his commands.

expressed without speech

From this reading There, through its open end, could be seen the Tigris, chanting a wordless song as it ran to a chanting sea; there hung proud trophies of the battle and the chase; there, on the walls, were the carven _steles_ of Ninus, each telling a tale of a monarch’s mighty deeds.

inflected form of “wear” — be dressed in

From this reading She wore a garb of mourning, and on the flame-hued locks was set no diadem save a crown of withered leaves.