himself, which taught him that she was an object of very dear interest to him; yet, until he knew her state of mind on that subject, he dared not proceed a step farther.

CON. Was that not really going too far? Educated as Emma had been,—so truly amiable. -Surely that was too narrow, too bigoted.

How. No, dear Conway, he was perfectly right; and this proof of the perfect sincerity and strictness of his religious principles, increased my love for him a thousand-fold. In a union so near, there ought to be one soul on this point; scripture, indeed, commands it, and experience teaches the unhappy consequences which follow the neglect of this command. Travers was too devoted, and hoped to have an assistant in all good things in the partner of his heart too ardently to think of being united to any one whose views were not the same as his own. Esteem and affection will lead to every attempt to please the object beloved; but where the true principle of faith does not exist, nothing can produce its effects; and, however Christian husbands or wives may love and value the amiable qualities in their partners, yet, where this is wanting, the very soul of soul is wanting, and they must painfully feel that it is so at every turn.

CON. And how did Travers satisfy himself that Emma thought exactly as he did?

How. I asked him that question, but he

He must,

smiled, and declined answering me. he said, first obtain Emma's forgivenness for the means he had used; and, without her permission, must not divulge them even to me. I left him to manage this as he best could; but told him my own opinion with regard to Emma, and gave him my most full and joyful consent to win her affections.

CON. And what were the means he had used; or must I not ask?

How. He had himself been her unknown correspondent and teacher.

CON. Travers! and how?

How. On returning to Cornwall, after many struggles between his principles and regard for Emma, he at last imparted his secret to my sister, who feels for him as for a son, and for whom he feels as for a mother. She also could enter into his religious scruples; and is, you know, so strictly upright, that one feels almost implicit confidence in the view she takes of a subject being the just one. She immediately decided that he ought not to indulge his regard for Emma unless she was indeed in the faith,' but said she might be so, though, as yet, in her soul, the principle was only as a 'very little leaven.' She had corresponded regularly with Emma, and showed Travers those passages in her recent letters which referred to the subject of religion. Emma had

been deeply affected by many things her brother had said to her during his last illness; and there was much interest in the subject of religion expressed in her letters, but it was not satisfactory,-it was merely a desire to fulfil his last wishes, and which led her to determine to increase her efforts to fulfil every duty. Travers was disappointed; but my sister reminded him that Emma was in a situation where her errors would be pointed out to her. Travers seemed to perceive them so clearly, that my sister offered, if he would state them as from her, to give them a place in her next letter. This continued. Emma wrote with much interest on the subject, but combated, as she supposed, her aunt's opinions. Travers replied, and entered so fully into the state of her mind and feelings, that she soon was convinced; and, as I told you, eagerly sought religious instruction, and came to me with all her difficulties. She fully described her change of sentiments to her aunt, ascribing that change, under Heaven, to her kindness and patience. You may imagine how gratifying this was to Travers, and what an endearing additional bond of union it is between him and Emma. Now she has not a thought, but how to fit herself for that important situation in which she is about to be placed. How different are her preparations from those of my other daughters, when in similar circumstances! Amiable as they were, and marrying too, from

affection, yet how trifling in comparison were the objects to which they looked forward, as the sources of their future happiness. Emma's share of what this world can give will even be greater than theirs, but how differently does she regard it all; yet I taught them nothing better, nor did I look for religion in those to whom I intrusted their happiness. Emma is anxiously acquiring every information which may enable her to assist Travers in every good work; and also such as may prepare her to join him in drawing that most difficult line, between kindness to worldly people who choose to seek their society, and conformity to their manners and pursuits. But now, my dear Conway, it is twelve o'clock, and I fear I must leave you.

CON. I must, then, hear of your other children when we again meet. I trust you will soon see them all of one mind with Emma and yourself. How. And you also, Conway, do you wish the same for yourself?

CON. From my soul I do.

How. And you will

CON. I will.

seek, that you may find.'

How. Conway, there is one hour every night, after all my household have retired, that I spend alone; or rather, I should say, with God. Will you meet me at that hour to-night, and spend it with me, seeking the same presence?

CON. With you?

How. Yes, my dearest friend. We have had intimate union of soul in many pursuits,-why shrink from it in this?

CON. I do not shrink from union of soul with you, Howard; but this seems so strange,--yet I shall meet you, whatever follows.

How. Farewell, then, for a little. My family will again suppose I mean to monopolize you entirely. Let us go to them.

END OF VOLUME FIRST.

ERRATA.

Page 32, line 3, for sent read set.

65, line 18, for sin read sins.

77, line 3, after guilt there should be a period.

105, line 18, for in read to.

177, line 10, for is read are.

192, line 3, for doctrine read doctrines.