8. When on a certain day he was journeying alone, and the time of
partaking of food had come, seeking one to bless for him he said
"_Benedic._" And as no one answered, he departed, fasting. On the
following day, seeking one to bless and finding him not, he went on
fasting in like manner. On the third day he went forth fasting,
and being weary with the journey he lay down; and when he asked a
benediction as was customary, a voice came from heaven and blessed his
meal, and so, eating and giving thanks, he completed his journey.