"We think it not strange, dear damsel," said the prophet, "that thy young
heart is made sad. But the things that are enshrouded in mystery to-day
will yet beam forth in wondrous wisdom."
"If to Babylon my brothers go, I must accompany them," said Perreeza,
with much decision. "It must be so! Jerusalem will have no charms for me
when those I love dearer than life are far away!"
"Surely that would be our joy and desire," replied Azariah, "but alas! I
fear it will not be possible to have such a request granted. The exact
number is selected and no females are marked on the captive list."
"But dear brother, an effort must be put forth without delay to procure
thy sister permission."
"Yea, beloved, and an effort will be put forth, promptly and urgently."
This answer of the brother partly soothed the troubled spirit of the
young damsel, and the suggestion on her part opened a little door of hope
before the brothers.
Amonober, father of these interesting youths, was a brother of King
Josiah.
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