FOR A PAIN IN THE SIDE.

“God save you, my three brothers, God save you! And how far have ye to

go, my three brothers?”

“To the Mount of Olivet, to bring back gold for a cup to hold the tears

of Christ.”

“Go, then. Gather the gold; and may the tears of Christ fall on it, and

thou wilt be cured, both body and soul.”

These words must be said while a drink is given to the patient.

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