We have fixed the ceremony for the third jom from this, and I hope you will not think it too soon." This strange intelligence moved me greatly.

I did not like the idea of a ceremony of separation; but behind this there rose the prospect of seeing Almah, and I felt convinced that she had devised this as a mode of holding communication with me, or at least of seeing me again.
The thought of Layelah was the only thing that interfered with this belief, for it might be her doings after all; yet the fact remained that I was to see Almah, and in this I rejoiced with exceeding great joy.
The appointed jom came.

A procession was formed of the paupers.

The chief did not go, as he never left the cavern except on the great sacrifices and Mista Koseks.

The door was opened, and I accompanied the procession.