The third time the Rhetor came back more quickly and asked Pierre whether he was still firm in his intention and determined to submit to all that would be required of him.

"I am ready for everything," said Pierre.

"I must also inform you," said the Rhetor, "that our Order delivers its teaching not in words only but also by other means, which may perhaps have a stronger effect on the sincere seeker after wisdom and virtue than mere words.

This chamber with what you see therein should already have suggested to your heart, if it is sincere, more than words could do.

You will perhaps also see in your further initiation a like method of enlightenment.