In the same way before supper I retire to feed my
soul by reading, and then in the evening I call to mind all I have done
during the past day, in order that I may ask forgiveness for my sins,
thank Him for His mercies, and, feeling safe from all harm, take my rest
in His love, fear, and peace. This, my children, is the pastime I have
long practised, after making trial of all others and finding in none
contentment of spirit. I believe that if you give an hour every morning
to reading and then offer up devout prayers during mass, you will find
in this lonely place all the beauty that any town could afford. One who
knows God sees all things fair in Him, and without Him everything seems
uncomely; wherefore, I pray you, accept my advice, if you would live in
gladness."
Then Hircan took up the discourse and said--
"Those, madam, who have read the Holy Scriptures, as I believe we all
have done, will acknowledge that what you have said is true. You must,
however, consider that we are not yet so mortified that we have not need
of some pastime and bodily exercise.
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