BELPHEGOR.
There are just thirty of these stones. The man began to resolve at forty years of age, and entered into an annual agreement with himself till seventy, when he died.
RECAB.
What are those heaps that I see near the gates?
BELPHEGOR.
They are heaps of virtuous intentions, ready to be used upon any part of the pavement that wants repair. I have found several places, where the inscriptions are worn out, and must order those spots to be mended. As soon as the stones become illegible they are always removed, being then incapable of causing remorse.
RECAB.
Why are they opening the gates?
BELPHEGOR.