14/19 They must be taught by those appointed to that work. I grant you willingly that much is needed in the church--men able and willing for the task; but to put the Scriptures into the hands of every clown and hind and shopman who asks for a copy--no; there I say you do more hurt than good." "Our friends here do not that," spoke Magdalen thoughtfully. I could not lend my house for such a purpose. As it is--" He stopped short, and the girl looked quickly at him. I only meant to say that, if the cardinal were aware of all that went on, even in his own college, he might find fault with much, and make inquisition in many places that would be perilous for many. |