it, and zeal with which you embarked into the cause,
were only equalled by the liberality, judgment, and
decision you evinced in the accomplishment of the end
you had in view. The restoration of the oppressed to
liberty, and a full refutation of the vile calumnies
brought against our faith--both these great objects, by
the aid of Gracious Providence, have been attained. The
grateful thanksgivings of the liberated prisoners
pronounce you their deliverer. The firman of the Sultan,
denies these calumnies, of which they had been the
unfortunate victims.

"It may be truly said of you, Sir, and of your amiable
Lady--the companion of your anxieties and dangers--that
your services were 'the labours of the heart,' works of
all others most deserving of distinction and reward.

"May you ever be the 'harbinger of glad tidings to
Zion,' and long live to continue your watchful care to
all who need your solace and support. How will your
suffering brethren in Jerusalem hail your late acts of
munificence--the founding a dispensary for the poor of
our community, now dwelling in the land of our fathers.

"In the name of the Jewish people we present to you this
testimonial of your great and successful labours, with
the hope that the blessing of our Heavenly Father may
vouchsafe, to you and Lady Montefiore, many, many happy
years to contemplate and enjoy it.--On behalf of the
Committee,

"Hananel de Castro, _Chairman_."
"27 Adar 5603--27th February 1843."

[Illustration: Testimonial of respect and gratitude, presented to
Sir Moses and Lady Montefiore by their Jewesh Brethen in the
United Kingdom and the Colonies. _See Vol. I., page 314._]

To this address. Sir Moses made the following reply:--

"Mr De Castro and Gentlemen,--I receive with unfeigned
satisfaction, and, I trust, with humility, the address
which you have offered to me. I accepted with fear and
trembling the responsible yet honourable task confided
to me by my brethren, not trusting in my own strength or
wisdom, but relying upon the saving strength of the Lord
our God. I felt that I should be sustained by the
prayers and sympathies of my brethren, and of the
enlightened friends of humanity throughout the world.
Aided by these prayers and sympathies, and supported by
the Government of our country, your Mission was
permitted by Divine providence, while in Egypt, to
become the instrumen