The Encyclopedia Of Religion Volume 4 Page 165 !!top!!

Matteo now faced the shadow-keeper across the flame. “How long?” he asked.

“What must I do?” Matteo whispered.

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Matteo thought of his silent office, his catalogues, his safe conclusions. Then he thought of the wars fought over names for God. He removed his spectacles, stepped forward, and knelt between the nun and the priest. Matteo now faced the shadow-keeper across the flame

The flame leaped.