| Before the celebrated battle of Aliscans, which was destined to be so disastrous for the whole race of Christians, young Vivien, who was so soon to perish, addressed his knights in a short speech. “These pagans, only believe in Antichrist, and all their gods are wretched and miserable things! But we are ourselves believe in the King of Paradise who died and rose again. Think of our souls, O God, and reunite them on high. As for our bodies, do as thou wilt with them. Let each one of you confess himself, and let no one hide a single sin. Then let us rush into the struggle, and let each one kill a pagan.” |