Let me forsake it, and I am like Paul's ship when it was driving up and down in Adria, and neither sun nor stars appeared.

My impulses were not given me as my guide.

They are to be compared with the divine will.

Many questions may be asked which I cannot answer, and many difficulties encompass this subject of slave-holding which I cannot solve.

I abide by the example and teachings of inspired men, and am safe in following them, even if I cannot explain everything connected with their principles and conduct to the satisfaction of others.