You have succeeded in getting him sentenced, but in the end the punishment will fall on your own shoulders.

Oh! my child, it would be better for you to attend to your work on the farm and train your boys to become good farmers and honest men.

If any one offend you forgive him for Christ's sake, and then prosperity will smile on your work and a light and happy feeling will fill your heart." Ivan still remained silent.
The old father in a pleading voice continued: "Take an old man's advice.
Go and harness your horse, drive back to the court, and withdraw all these complaints against your neighbor.

To-morrow go to him, offer to make peace in Christ's name, and invite him to your house.

It will be a holy day (the birth of the Virgin Mary).