Chapter XX. That after Consolation we are to set our selves to Contemplate Heavenly things

From this time let him peep through the hole, let him look through the lattice, let him follow with his eye the comfortable ray, and as a diligent imitator of the wise men, with light let him seek light. For he shall find the place of the admirable Tabernacle, where man eats the bread of Angels, he shall find the Paradise of Pleasure, our Lord's Plantation; he shall find the pleasant and flourishing Garden, he shall find the seat of Refreshment, and shall say; O if that miserable Will would but hear my voice, that entring in she might see good things, and visit that place. For here she shall find abundant rest, and shall also so much the less disquiet me, as her self shall be quieted. For he is no lier who has said; Take my yoke upon you, and you shall find rest for your souls. In the Faith of this Promise let him speak to her now exasperated very lovingly, and simulating a certain cheerfulness, convening her in the spirit of meekness, let him say to her; Let thy indignation wholly cease, I am not one that can offend thee, my body is thine, and I my self am thine; thou needst not fear, there is no cause thou shouldst be afraid. Nor is it strange if perhaps she has returned but a froward answer, so as to have even told him that many thoughts have made him mad: but let him bear all patiently, and dissemble what he is a doing of, whilst amidst discourse, bringing in one thing after another, he may at length opportunely infer, and say; I have found a very fine Garden to day, and a most pleasant place, it would be good for us to be there; for it must needs do thee hurt to toss and turn, to be compunct with sad grief of heart in this thy Bed of sickness, in this Couch of sorrow. Our Lord will be present to him that seeks him, to the soul that hopes in him; he will hear his humble supplications, and will give efficacy to his words. The Will shall be moved not only to desire to see the place, but also by little and little to enter into it, and to make its abode there.