AMARJA
Herod is coming to the Temple, wearing princely robes. At his side, sparkling with precious stones, walks the courtezan.
THE PEOPLE
[Break out into cries of anger.]
JOSAPHAT
Master, thy hour is come; mount the steps and speak to them!
THE PEOPLE
[Pressing round.] John, speak--Rabbi, speak--What shall we do?
JOSAPHAT
Keep back! He will speak to you. [Sotto voce.] Mount the steps!