Noticing an almanac leaflet gummed in the book, I asked Mr. Roberts what it meant, and he said he had put it there because it had been sent to him by someone, and it had been received on the second day. It was marked “February 14,” and the Scriptural quotation on it was “Now then, whatsoever God hath said unto thee, do.” - Gen. xxi., 16.

Cease from man and look above thee.

Trust in God and do the right.

I remarked that it was appropriate to the occasion. He said, “Yes,” and pointed to another leaflet dated “February 19,” but the quotation upon it was what made it worth noting: “For Christ sends me to preach the Gospel, not with wisdom of words, lest the Cross of Christ should be made of non-effect.” - I Corinthians i., 17

Simple truth and simple you words expressed

Have been, are now, and ever will be blessed.

In reply to further questions, Mr. Evan Roberts said that he did not know what hid future engagements would be. He presumed that I knew he had cancelled them all. He had no idea whether he would be going away from Neath within the next day or two or not. Asked as to the suggested visit to Liverpool, he said he had not been told by the Spirit not to go there, and I might take it to be understood that he was going. But when he did not know.

“You have not fixed a date, then?” I said.

“No,” he said, “I have not. I cannot.”

“Have you any idea as to when you can tell me what your engagements are likely to be?”

“Not now,” was the reply.

In conclusion, let me add that it should be clearly understood that during the period fixed - the seven days - the silence was absolute, not one word being spoken between Mr. Evan Roberts and even Miss Annie Davies, who took in his meals for him. All communication between them were in writing.