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Rh I can better understand them with my mind than speak of them with my tongue; but yet, since you are desirous to know, I will read of them in my book.

And do you think that the words of your book are certainly true?

Yes, verily; for it was made by Him that cannot lie.

Well said; what things are they?

There is an endless kingdom to be enjoyed, and everlasting life to be given us, that we may live in that kingdom forever.

Well said; and what else?

There are crowns of glory to be given us, and garments that will make us shine like the sun in the sky.

This is very pleasant; and what else?

There shall be no more crying, nor sorrow; for he that is owner of the place will wipe all tears from our eyes.

And what company shall we have there?

There we shall be with seraphims and cherubims, creatures that shall dazzle your eyes to look on them. There also you shall meet with thousands and ten thousands that have gone before us to that place; none of them are hurtful, but all loving and holy; every one walking in the sight of God, and standing in His presence with acceptance for ever. In a word, there we shall see the elders with their golden crowns; there we shall see the holy women with their golden harps;