For every great temptation there will be many small ones. Wolves and bears are more dangerous than flies, but we are bothered most by flies.
Is it not a great temptation to be so valiant in imagination and so cowardly in execution?
Lately I was near the beehives and some of the bees flew onto my face. I wanted to raise my hand, and brush them off. 'No,' said a peasant to me, 'do not be afraid, and do not touch them. They will not sting you at all, if you touch them they will bite you.' I trusted him; not one bit me. Trust me; do not fear these temptations. Do not touch them; they will not hurt you.
