The Bible, King James version, Book 31: Obadiah
Book 31 Obadiah 31:001:001 The vision of Obadiah. Thus saith the Lord GOD concerning Edom; We have heard a rumour from the LORD, and an ambassador is sent among the heathen, Arise ye, and let us rise up against her in battle. 31:001:002 Behold, I have made thee small among the heathen: thou art greatly despised. 31:001:003 The pride of thine heart hath deceived thee, thou that dwellest in the clefts of the rock, whose habitation is high; that saith in his heart, Who shall bring me down to the ground? 31:001:004 Though thou exalt thyself as the eagle, and though thou set thy nest among the stars, thence will I bring thee down, saith the LORD. 31:001:005 If thieves came to thee, if robbers by night, (how art thou cut off!) would they not have stolen till they had enough? if
you in the morning."
John Linden closed the secretary, and left the room, leaving Florence
sobbing. The servants, too, retired, and Curtis was left alone with
her.
"Florence," he said, "accept my hand, and I will reconcile my uncle to
you. Say but the word, and----"
"I can never speak it, Curtis! I will take my uncle at his word.
Dodger, call for me to-morrow at eight, and I will accept your
friendly services in finding me a new home."
"I'll be on hand, miss. Good-night!"
"Be it so, obstinate girl!" said Curtis, angrily. "The time will come
when you will bitterly repent your mad decision."
Chapter VII.
Florence Leaves Home.
Florence passed a sleepless night. It had come upon her so suddenly,
Book 31 Obadiah 31:001:001 The vision of Obadiah. Thus saith the Lord GOD concerning Edom; We have heard a rumour from the LORD, and an ambassador is sent among the heathen, Arise ye, and let us rise up against her in battle. 31:001:002 Behold, I have made thee small among the heathen: thou art greatly despised. 31:001:003 The pride of thine heart hath deceived thee, thou that dwellest in the clefts of the rock, whose habitation is high; that saith in his heart, Who shall bring me down to the ground? 31:001:004 Though thou exalt thyself as the eagle, and though thou set thy nest among the stars, thence will I bring thee down, saith the LORD. 31:001:005 If thieves came to thee, if robbers by night, (how art thou cut off!) would they not have stolen till they had enough? if