CHAPTER XVIII.
That Sabbath of the Sermon on the Mount became a most important day.
When Jesus made an end of speaking, the people did not disperse, but pressed round Him to kiss the hem of His garment.

Many who until then had been in despair could not tear themselves from Him.

They wished to follow Him wherever He went, and to share His destiny.

Whatever He might say to the contrary, that destiny, they felt sure, would be brilliant.

Was He not tearing the masses from earthly thoughts that formed their curse.