the face of the woman as she said: "The basket
seems to be heavy, for in it is a great treasure. But he that hath this
treasure finds no difficulty in carrying it. It is yours, child--all
yours. Let me read to you from the book."

Very slowly she opened the great book and read: "Inasmuch as ye have done
it unto one of the least of these, ye have done it unto me."

Then the gray cloak fell aside and her raiment was shining as the sun. Her
beautiful face grew more beautiful as she handed the basket to the girl,
saying:

"'Tis the command of our King--to him that hath shall be given and he
shall have abundance! Take your treasure--the love of the people along the
way, but take also the gift of the King--comfort and happiness all the
days of your life. For you entered the way of Love to seek for your
treasure and where Love is, there God is also."

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