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OF CHRIST.
is the powerful and wealthy of the world, who are satisfied with sensual delights. The intercessor is any good prelate.
TALE VII.
OF CHRIST, WHO GAVE HIMSELF TO DEATH FOR US.
An emperor, engaged in mortal war, was in imminent peril of death. A knight, perceiving his danger, placed himself between the emperor and his enemies, and thus saved him from destruction. But in the attempt, the knight was grievously wounded; and not until after a tedious and dangerous illness, healed. The scars, however, remained, and gave occasion to many commendations upon the valour and loyalty which he had exhibited.
