God in his mercy grant that it be so!  If I looked to secondary causes alone, my fears would preponderate.  But I conclude as I began, in firm reliance upon Him who is the beginning and the end.  Our sins are manifold, our danger is great, but His mercy is infinite.

Sir Thomas More.—­Rest there in full faith.  I leave you to your dreams; draw from them what comfort you can.  And now, my friend, farewell

The look which he fixed on me, as he disappeared, was compassionate and thoughtful; it impressed me with a sad feeling, as if I were not to see him again till we should meet in the world of spirits.