The object of the Third Crusade (S182) was to drive the Mohammedans
from Jerusalem. In this it failed. Richard got as near Jerusalem as
the Mount of Olives. When he had climbed to the top, he was told that
he could have a full view of the place; but he covered his face with
his mantle, saying, "Blessed Lord, let me not see thy holy city, since
I may not deliver it from the hands of thine enemies!"