In this case, it must not be seen before it is felt, or before that time comes when the danger of incurring it is over.

I cannot withdraw the veil, and disclose to your view the exterminating angel.

All must be vacant and blank, and the danger that stands armed with death at your elbow must continue to be totally invisible, till that moment when its vengeance is provoked or unprovokable.

I will do my part to encourage you in good, or intimidate you from evil.

I am anxious to set before you all the motives which are fitted to influence your conduct; but how shall I work on your convictions?
Here another pause ensued, which I had not courage enough to interrupt.
He presently resumed.
Perhaps you recollect a visit which you paid, on Christmas day, in the year -- --, to the cathedral church at Toledo.