“Two days ago I was able only to behold a little light when the sun shone brightly, and now, God be thanked, I can see clearly!”
“What did they tell thee?”
“ ‘Thy faith hath given thee sight! Give God the praise!’ ”
“Did they not touch thine eyes?”
“Yea, they anointed them; but said that it was only an outward symbol, and that it was my own faith that restored me!”
Still other voices in the crowd gave marvellous testimonies of wonderful works.
The throng was divided. Some mocked, and cried out that it was only a conspiracy to bring the New Faith into favor.
The tumult increased, and the crowd grew larger.
“Down with them! they are dreamers and beside themselves!”
“Nay, they speak the truth!”