1 When then I ceased asking her concerning all these things, she saith to me; "Wouldest thou see something else?" Being very desirous of beholding, I was greatly rejoiced that I should see it. (HER) 2 She looked upon me, and smiled, and she saith to me, "Seest thou seven women round the tower?" "I see them, lady," say I. "This tower is supported by them by commandment of the Lord. (HER) 3 Hear now their employments. The first of them, the woman with the strong hands, is called Faith; through her are saved the elect of God. (HER)
Visions 16:1–3
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