2/32 It was believed that during the time which Jesus passed in this frightful country, he had gone through terrible trials; that Satan had assailed him with his illusions, or tempted him with seductive promises; that afterward, in order to recompense him for his victory, the angels had come to minister to him.[2] [Footnote 1: _Tobit_ viii. 24.] [Footnote 2: Matt.iv.1, and following; Mark i. |