Ben. (pensively). And Mary was her name?
Zach. (slowly). Aye. Joseph and Mary; Joseph and Mary.
Ben. Well, Uncle, and is that all you have to tell?
Zach. Aye, that is all—save that all Bethlehem Seemed full of glory, all to welcome them.
Ben. Why, were the folks without to meet them?
Zach. (excitedly). Nay; The folks were snug within. And yet I say ’Twas full of glory.
Ez. (makes soothing gesture). Uncle, rest awhile; You’re wearied. Well I see that. Mile on mile You’ve trudged to-day. [Ben-Ezra crosses front to (R.) by edge of shelter.
Zach. Aye, lad, and more than space I’ve travelled since I looked on Mary’s face.
Ben. Nay, uncle; rest awhile. We’ll talk, maybe, Of lighter things....
Zach. (ironically). Of wine and company, And wherewithal we shall be clothed—aye, speak Of all such matters as the Gentiles seek.