—the body and blood of Thy beloved Son. He is our high priest and He is our victim. By Him and—
Pierre—O men of God! Dear men of God!
(There is a hush in the church.)
Will you not help? Will you not—
(He enters with his hands to his head, fearful lest he has disturbed the service.)
Father Benedict— (Resuming.)
He is our high priest and He is our victim.
(Pierre throws himself down upon the steps, sobbing.)
By Him and through
Him, we desire to approach—Sit down, men! (A pause.)
Women! Men! Sit down!
(The noise in the church increases.)
A Voice— Sit down, brethren!
Don't desecrate the Lord's house!