CCCXCVIII. — To the Same.

My Dear Sister,London, December 9, 1780.

God knoweth the way wherein you go; and when you have been tried, you shall come forth as gold. I believe, if you drank nettle-tea, (five or six leaves,) instead of common tea, it would swiftly restore your strength. If a proper application be made to the Magistrates, undoubtedly they will secure the peace. Persecution is more and more out of fashion since King George came to the throne. But, in the mean time, let prayer be made continually.

I am

Your affectionate brother.