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Part 5. The Three Latecomers

While Saint Brendan remained alone on the shore and blessed the landing-place, three brothers from his own monastery came up, following after him. They fell immediately at the feet of the holy father, saying:

"Father, leave us free to go with you wherever you are going; otherwise we shall die on this spot from hunger and thirst. For we have decided to be pilgrims for the days of our life that remain."

When the man of God saw their trouble, he ordered them to enter the boat, saying:

"Your will be done, my sons."

And he added:

"I know why you have come. One of you has done something meritorious, for God has prepared a suitable place for him. But for you others he will prepare a hideous judgment."

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