"Venice, June 8. 1817.
"The present letter will be delivered to you by two Armenian
friars, on their way, by England, to Madras. They will also convey
some copies of the grammar, which I think you agreed to take. If
you can be of any use to them, either amongst your naval or East
Indian acquaintances, I hope you will so far oblige me, as they and
their order have been remarkably attentive and friendly towards me
since my arrival at Venice. Their names are Father Sukias Somalian
and Father Sarkis Theodorosian. They speak Italian, and probably
French, or a little English. Repeating earnestly my recommendatory
request, believe me, very truly, yours,
"BYRON.
"Perhaps you can help them to their passage, or give or get them
letters for India."
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