At the outset he gave specific directions as to the treatment of his case, feeling that soon he would be unable to prescribe for himself; and expressed a wish that no native physician should be employed, as there was no competent one to be had at Aintab.

While in full possession of reason, he spoke of his departure with the composure of one on a short journey, and soon to return.

As the native brethren came in one by one and in companies, he reminded them how often he had preached to them salvation through Christ alone.

"In his lucid intervals," says his missionary brother, "and even in his delirium, his soul seemed intent on measures for the good of this people.

At last he appeared to be at the gate of heaven.