"As far as we resurrected beings are concerned," replied Rupert, "we
have heaven wherever we go; but this earth is only being prepared for
its heavenly or celestial state. Until that is finished, there shall be
marrying and giving in marriage."
"I'm glad of it," said Signe; "for there is--"
She was interrupted by Alice, who came in with the announcement that
others were coming up to the house. Henrik and Marie were greeted for
the first time by visitors who continued to gather. For some time,
white-clothed persons had been directing their steps towards the Temple.
Now they were hurrying.
"It is time to go," said Rupert.
In a few moments they had changed their clothing, and with the speed of
thought, they were within the Temple grounds. Entering, they took their
places. Volmer passed, and he paused to speak to them. Soon the hall
was filled.
The Lord of Life and Light was there, and lent of His light to the
scene.
Brilliancy pervaded everything, shone from everything.
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