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What items did Hafid purchase during his visit to the Argiletum district?
What items did Hafid purchase during his visit to the Argiletum district?
- Only scrolls and quills
- A trunk and quills
- Black ink, metal pens, and parchment scrolls (correct)
- Books and scrolls
Why did Luke object to the price of the chest?
Why did Luke object to the price of the chest?
- He believed the merchant would lower the price.
- He thought Hafid could find a better chest elsewhere.
- He felt the chest was too old and worn for that price. (correct)
- He thought it was too small for the scrolls.
What emotional response did Hafid have upon seeing the chest?
What emotional response did Hafid have upon seeing the chest?
- He felt indifferent and wanted to leave.
- He experienced nostalgia, believing it resembled his old trunk. (correct)
- He felt anger at the merchant's pricing.
- He was confused and didn't understand its significance.
What does Hafid mean by stating 'Here is God playing chess with me again'?
What does Hafid mean by stating 'Here is God playing chess with me again'?
How many scrolls did Hafid place inside the chest before closing it?
How many scrolls did Hafid place inside the chest before closing it?
What was Hafid's main reason for wanting to be alone during his journey?
What was Hafid's main reason for wanting to be alone during his journey?
What did Hafid leave behind when he set out on his journey?
What did Hafid leave behind when he set out on his journey?
Who was the individual waiting at the house when Hafid arrived?
Who was the individual waiting at the house when Hafid arrived?
What gesture did Hafid use to thank Stephanas upon arrival?
What gesture did Hafid use to thank Stephanas upon arrival?
What emotional response did Stephanas show upon receiving the gold coins?
What emotional response did Stephanas show upon receiving the gold coins?
What natural feature accompanied Hafid as he climbed Mount Hermon?
What natural feature accompanied Hafid as he climbed Mount Hermon?
What did Hafid ask Stephanas to show him upon his arrival?
What did Hafid ask Stephanas to show him upon his arrival?
The road leading to Hafid's destination was characterized by which of the following?
The road leading to Hafid's destination was characterized by which of the following?
How did Hafid feel about the brief separation from Erasmus?
How did Hafid feel about the brief separation from Erasmus?
How did Hafid describe the road that led him to Stephanas's house?
How did Hafid describe the road that led him to Stephanas's house?
Flashcards
Hafid's quest
Hafid's quest
Hafid searches for a specific chest, believing it's the same one he previously owned.
Empty chest's price
Empty chest's price
The merchant selling the empty chest asks for 100 denarii, a significant price for an old, possibly damaged chest.
Luke's advice
Luke's advice
Luke advises Hafid that the chest's price is too high, suggesting a different shop with better options.
Hafid's connection
Hafid's connection
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Chest's Significance
Chest's Significance
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Hafid's Journey
Hafid's Journey
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Erasmus' Concern
Erasmus' Concern
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Hafid's Destination
Hafid's Destination
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Stephanas' Role
Stephanas' Role
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Sergius Paulus's Letter
Sergius Paulus's Letter
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Hafid's Writing Supplies
Hafid's Writing Supplies
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Location of God's Voice
Location of God's Voice
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Peter's Testimony
Peter's Testimony
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Hafid's Final Inquiry
Hafid's Final Inquiry
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Mount Hermon's Significance
Mount Hermon's Significance
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Study Notes
Hafid's Journey and Quest
- Hafid, accompanied by Luke, purchases supplies (ink, pens, scrolls) in Rome's Argiletum before departing on the caravan.
- Hafid discovers an antique chest near a bookstall and, believing it to be the one containing his scrolls from his youth, buys it.
- Luke initially doubts the chest's value, but Hafid insists on its significance.
- The chest contains seven scrolls, which Hafid intends to fill with his own writings.
Destination and Plans
- Hafid's caravan arrives at the port of Sidon, then travels to the crossroads leading to Damascus and Mount Hermon.
- Hafid disembarks and travels north toward his home on Mount Hermon, accompanied by Erasmus and Galenus.
- Erasmus desires to accompany Hafid, but Hafid suggests that they reunite soon.
- Hafid specifies that Erasmus and Galenus should return to Damascus. He is seeking a solitary place for writing.
Journey to the Mountain Home
- Hafid's ascent of Mount Hermon is described as a gradual and scenic journey.
- Hafid arrives at his home near a grove of juniper trees, which hides the house.
- Stephanas, the home's owner, greets Hafid, and is instructed by Sergius by letter to support Hafid's needs.
- Hafid pays Stephanas for his help.
Hafid's Revelation and Purpose
- Hafid finds his home to be well-furnished and suitable for writing.
- Stephanas takes Hafid to a place on Mount Hermon where Peter, according to legend, heard Jesus' words, "This is my beloved son; hear him". The place is marked by a circle of boulders.
- A warm breeze and quiet contemplation lead Hafid to understand the significance of the place and its perceived divine inspiration.
- Hafid vows to dedicate himself to writing scrolls, emphasizing their potential to change the world.
- Hafid creates a plan, noting that success from his scrolls will depend on diligently completing daily readings for ten weeks, including Sabbath days.
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