I have thrown in my lot with the Jews, and when we have cast out the Romans I shall rule." "_If_ you cast out the Romans, and _if_ you live.

Caleb, I have no faith in the venture.

We are old friends, and I pray of you to escape from it while there is yet time." "Why, Miriam ?" "Because He Whom your people crucified and Whom I serve prophesied its end.

The Romans will crush you, Caleb.

His blood lies heavy upon the head of the Jews, and the hour of payment is at hand." Caleb thought a while, and when he spoke again the note of confidence had left his voice.
"It may be so, Miriam," he said, "though I put no faith in the sayings of your prophet; but at least I have taken my part and will see the play through.