(Judith moves a step towards the gates.)
OZIAS. The soul of my soul goes with you into the valley.
JUDITH (to Haggith, solemnly). And the knife?
(Haggith gives a gesture. At the same moment a woman comes from the house with a knife, which she hands to Haggith, who hands it to Judith, who takes it ceremoniously, and hides it in her dress. The gates are now opened, and the distant plain under the setting sun is seen covered with the tents of the Assyrian army.)
(Judith goes slowly through the gates, followed by Haggith carrying the baggage.)
VOICES (as Judith passes). Water! Water!
OZIAS (with deep emotion). Close the gates. Light the watchfires.
(The gates begin slowly to close. The glow of the watchfires is seen.)
CURTAIN.