Instead of seeking soft repose, as their desire of comfort bade them, they hurried thither over stocks and stones.

Instead of visiting friend or neighbour they all climbed the heights together.

For they knew that Jesus was there, and would speak.
And so they stood or sat on the flat stones--men and women, old and young, rich and poor.

Many only came out of curiosity, and passed the time in witty sallies; others jested together; others, again, waited in silent expectation.

Those who already knew Him whispered excitedly, and Simon said to James; "My heart has never beat so violently as to-day." And Jesus stood on the summit of the mountain.