It burned fiercely, so that prudence and noble feeling were driven out.

In spite of the warning of the young tribune, Manius had remained in Jerusalem.
Vergilius had delayed action, dreading to bring the wrath of Rome upon one so young, so well born, so highly honored, and possibly so far misled.

Therefore, he had held his peace and waited patiently for more knowledge.

Now the evil heart of the assessor was laid bare, his infamy proven.

Vergilius reread the letter with flashing eyes.