Had I light I could prove to you that I am Miriam by your ring which is upon my fingers and your pearls which are about my neck." "Cease," he answered, "most beloved, I was weak and wandering, now I know that this is not a dream, and I thank Caleb who has brought us together again, against his wish, I think.

Say, what must I do ?" "Can you stand ?" asked Miriam.
"Perhaps.

I am not sure.

I will try." "Nay, wait.

Nehushta, come hither; you are stronger than I.Now, while I unlatch the secret door, do you lift him up.