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Let Us Follow Him
Let Us Follow Him

Chapter I

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AUTHOR OF "Quo Vadis," "With Fire and Sword," Etc.
_Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.
Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.
The period of "Let Us Follow Him" is that of the death of Christ.
Antea, the wife of a Roman patrician, ill with terrible visions, is advised by a physician to seek the air of Jerusalem.
There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.
They are present at the Crucifixion, and Antea gives honor to the condemned Nazarene, saying, "Thou art Truth."
LET US FOLLOW HIM.
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Let Us Follow Him

Chapter I

Chapter 1 of Let Us Follow Him is here in full — 8 sentences across 2 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.

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AUTHOR OF "Quo Vadis," "With Fire and Sword," Etc.
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_Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.
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Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.
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The period of "Let Us Follow Him" is that of the death of Christ.
/ðə ˈpɪriəd ʌv let ʌs ˈfɑːloʊ hɪm ɪz ðæt ʌv ðə deθ ʌv kraɪst/
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Antea, the wife of a Roman patrician, ill with terrible visions, is advised by a physician to seek the air of Jerusalem.
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There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.
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They are present at the Crucifixion, and Antea gives honor to the condemned Nazarene, saying, "Thou art Truth."
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LET US FOLLOW HIM.
/let ʌs ˈfɑːloʊ hɪm/

Learner Dictionary

These definitions explain words found in the current reading and keep every example grounded in its original sentence.

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binders noun US /ˈbaɪndərz/

plural of “binder” — a machine that cuts grain and binds it in sheaves

From this reading “_Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.”

condemnation noun US /ˌkɑːndəmˈneɪʃən/

an expression of strong disapproval; pronouncing as wrong or morally culpable

From this reading “There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.”

Crucifixion noun US /ˌkruːsɪˈfɪkʃən/

the act of executing by a method widespread in the ancient world; the victim's hands and feet are bound or nailed to a cross

From this reading “They are present at the Crucifixion, and Antea gives honor to the condemned Nazarene, saying, "Thou art Truth."”

jeremiah noun US /ˌdʒerəˈmaɪə/

(Old Testament) an Israelite prophet who is remembered for his angry lamentations (jeremiads) about the wickedness of his people (circa 626-587 BC)

From this reading “_Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.”

patrician noun US /pəˈtrɪʃən/

a person of refined upbringing and manners

From this reading “Antea, the wife of a Roman patrician, ill with terrible visions, is advised by a physician to seek the air of Jerusalem.”

Pilate noun US /ˈpaɪlʌt/

the Roman procurator of Judea who ordered that Jesus be crucified (died in AD 36)

From this reading “There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.”

printers noun US /ˈprɪntərz/

plural of “printer” — someone whose occupation is printing

From this reading “_Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.”

translations noun US /trænzˈleɪʃənz/

plural of “translation” — a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language

From this reading “Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.”

Word partnerships in these lines

English keeps certain words together, and knowing the pair is worth more than knowing each word alone. Every partnership below was counted across our whole published library, and earns its place by appearing far more often than two unrelated words of the same frequency would.

Shown as this reading writes them, with the form the library counts, what kind of pairing it is, and how often it occurs.

deemed advisable verb + adjective counted as “deem advisable”

In this reading “Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.”

twelve months noun + noun counted as “twelve month”

In this reading “Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.”

past twelve noun + noun

In this reading “Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.”

Translated from verb + particle counted as “translate from”

In this reading “_Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.”

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Every word in these five lines is listed here, and every one of them can be played on its own.

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AdeterminerUS /ə/

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

advisableadjectiveUS /ədˈvaɪzəbəl/

worthy of being recommended or suggested; prudent or wise

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

advisedadjectiveUS /ædˈvaɪzd/

having the benefit of careful prior consideration or counsel

From this reading Antea, the wife of a Roman patrician, ill with terrible visions, is advised by a physician to seek the air of Jerusalem.

airnounUS /er/

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading Antea, the wife of a Roman patrician, ill with terrible visions, is advised by a physician to seek the air of Jerusalem.

AlthoughconjunctionUS /ˌɔːlˈðoʊ/

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

andconjunctionUS /ənd/

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading AUTHOR OF "Quo Vadis," "With Fire and Sword," Etc.

Antea

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From this reading Antea, the wife of a Roman patrician, ill with terrible visions, is advised by a physician to seek the air of Jerusalem.

areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading They are present at the Crucifixion, and Antea gives honor to the condemned Nazarene, saying, "Thou art Truth."

artauxiliary verbUS /ɑːrt/

an old form of “are”, used with “thou”

From this reading They are present at the Crucifixion, and Antea gives honor to the condemned Nazarene, saying, "Thou art Truth."

atprepositionUS /æt/

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading They are present at the Crucifixion, and Antea gives honor to the condemned Nazarene, saying, "Thou art Truth."

AUTHORnounUS /ˈɔːθər/

writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading AUTHOR OF "Quo Vadis," "With Fire and Sword," Etc.

author'snounUS /ˈɔːθərz/

possessive form of “author” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

BINDERSnounUS /ˈbaɪndərz/

plural of “binder” — a machine that cuts grain and binds it in sheaves

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

BYprepositionUS /baɪ/

showing who or what does the action

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

ChristnounUS /kraɪst/

a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29)

From this reading The period of "Let Us Follow Him" is that of the death of Christ.

COnounUS /koʊ/

an odorless very poisonous gas that is a product of incomplete combustion of carbon

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

condemnationnounUS /ˌkɑːndəmˈneɪʃən/

an expression of strong disapproval; pronouncing as wrong or morally culpable

From this reading There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.

condemnedverbUS /kənˈdemd/

past form of “condemn” — express strong disapproval of

From this reading They are present at the Crucifixion, and Antea gives honor to the condemned Nazarene, saying, "Thou art Truth."

CrucifixionnounUS /ˌkruːsɪˈfɪkʃən/

the act of executing by a method widespread in the ancient world; the victim's hands and feet are bound or nailed to a cross

From this reading They are present at the Crucifixion, and Antea gives honor to the condemned Nazarene, saying, "Thou art Truth."

CURTIN

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From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

Curtin's

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From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

deathnounUS /deθ/

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading The period of "Let Us Follow Him" is that of the death of Christ.

deemedverbUS /diːmd/

past form of “deem” — keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

doctrinenounUS /ˈdɑːktrən/

a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school

From this reading There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.

entitledadjectiveUS /enˈtaɪtəld/

qualified for by right according to law

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

Etc

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From this reading AUTHOR OF "Quo Vadis," "With Fire and Sword," Etc.

FireverbUS /ˈfaɪər/

start firing a weapon

From this reading AUTHOR OF "Quo Vadis," "With Fire and Sword," Etc.

FollowverbUS /ˈfɑːloʊ/

to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

forprepositionUS /fɔːr/

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

fromprepositionUS /frʌm/

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

gaveverbUS /ɡeɪv/

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

givesnounUS /ɡɪvz/

plural of “give” — the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length

From this reading They are present at the Crucifixion, and Antea gives honor to the condemned Nazarene, saying, "Thou art Truth."

HnounUS /eɪtʃ/

a nonmetallic univalent element that is normally a colorless and odorless highly flammable diatomic gas; the simplest and lightest and most abundant element in the universe

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

Hania

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

herdeterminerUS /hɜːr/

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.

HimpronounUS /hɪm/

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

hisdeterminerUS /hɪz/

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.

honornounUS /ˈɑːnər/

a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

From this reading They are present at the Crucifixion, and Antea gives honor to the condemned Nazarene, saying, "Thou art Truth."

husbandnounUS /ˈhʌzbənd/

a married man; a woman's partner in marriage

From this reading There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.

ideanounUS /aɪˈdiːə/

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

illadjectiveUS /ɪl/

affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function

From this reading Antea, the wife of a Roman patrician, ill with terrible visions, is advised by a physician to seek the air of Jerusalem.

inprepositionUS /ɪn/

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

includedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkluːdəd/

enclosed in the same envelope or package

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

isauxiliary verbUS /ɪz/

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

issuedverbUS /ˈɪʃuːd/

past form of “issue” — prepare and issue for public distribution or sale

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

itsdeterminerUS /ɪts/

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

JEREMIAHnounUS /ˌdʒerəˈmaɪə/

(Old Testament) an Israelite prophet who is remembered for his angry lamentations (jeremiads) about the wickedness of his people (circa 626-587 BC)

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

JerusalemnounUS /dʒərˈuːsələm/

capital and largest city of the modern state of Israel (although its status as capital is disputed)

From this reading Antea, the wife of a Roman patrician, ill with terrible visions, is advised by a physician to seek the air of Jerusalem.

JesusnounUS /ˈdʒiːzəs/

a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29)

From this reading There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.

justadverbUS /dʒʌst/

and nothing more

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

Letauxiliary verbUS /let/

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

literaryadjectiveUS /ˈlɪtəreri/

of or relating to or characteristic of literature

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

MnounUS /em/

the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

MASSnounUS /mæs/

the property of a body that causes it to have weight in a gravitational field

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

meetverbUS /miːt/

come together

From this reading There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.

monthsnounUS /mʌnθs/

plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

MrnounUS /ˈmɪstər/

a form of address for a man

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

Nazarenenoun

a member of a group of Jews who (during the early history of the Christian Church) accepted Jesus as the Messiah

From this reading There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.

newadjectiveUS /nuː/

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

NORWOOD

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

OFprepositionUS /ʌv/

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading AUTHOR OF "Quo Vadis," "With Fire and Sword," Etc.

otheradjectiveUS /ˈʌðər/

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

pastnounUS /pæst/

the time that has elapsed

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

patriciannounUS /pəˈtrɪʃən/

a person of refined upbringing and manners

From this reading Antea, the wife of a Roman patrician, ill with terrible visions, is advised by a physician to seek the air of Jerusalem.

periodnounUS /ˈpɪriəd/

an amount of time

From this reading The period of "Let Us Follow Him" is that of the death of Christ.

physiciannounUS /fəˈzɪʃən/

a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading Antea, the wife of a Roman patrician, ill with terrible visions, is advised by a physician to seek the air of Jerusalem.

PilatenounUS /ˈpaɪlʌt/

the Roman procurator of Judea who ordered that Jesus be crucified (died in AD 36)

From this reading There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.

Plimpton

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

PolishnounUS /ˈpɑːlɪʃ/

the property of being smooth and shiny

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

presentverbUS /ˈprezənt/

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading They are present at the Crucifixion, and Antea gives honor to the condemned Nazarene, saying, "Thou art Truth."

PressverbUS /pres/

exert pressure or force to or upon

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

PRINTERSnounUS /ˈprɪntərz/

plural of “printer” — someone whose occupation is printing

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

publicationnounUS /ˌpʌblɪˈkeɪʃən/

a copy of a printed work offered for distribution

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

Quo

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading AUTHOR OF "Quo Vadis," "With Fire and Sword," Etc.

reasonnounUS /ˈriːzən/

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

RomanadjectiveUS /ˈroʊmən/

relating to or characteristic of people of Rome

From this reading Antea, the wife of a Roman patrician, ill with terrible visions, is advised by a physician to seek the air of Jerusalem.

SnounUS /es/

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

sayingnounUS /ˈseɪɪŋ/

a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations

From this reading They are present at the Crucifixion, and Antea gives honor to the condemned Nazarene, saying, "Thou art Truth."

seekverbUS /siːk/

try to get or reach

From this reading Antea, the wife of a Roman patrician, ill with terrible visions, is advised by a physician to seek the air of Jerusalem.

sensationnounUS /senˈseɪʃən/

an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

separateverbUS /ˈsepəreɪt/

act as a barrier between; stand between

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

shepronounUS /ʃiː/

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.

Sienkiewicz

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

storynounUS /ˈstɔːri/

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

stylenounUS /staɪl/

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

SwordnounUS /sɔːrd/

a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard

From this reading AUTHOR OF "Quo Vadis," "With Fire and Sword," Etc.

tellsnounUS /telz/

plural of “tell” — a Swiss patriot who lived in the early 14th century and who was renowned for his skill as an archer

From this reading There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.

terribleadjectiveUS /ˈterəbəl/

causing fear or dread or terror

From this reading Antea, the wife of a Roman patrician, ill with terrible visions, is advised by a physician to seek the air of Jerusalem.

thatconjunctionUS /ðæt/

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

thedeterminerUS /ðə/

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

thempronounUS /ðem/

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.

ThereadverbUS /ðer/

in or at that place or location

From this reading There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.

TheypronounUS /ðeɪ/

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading They are present at the Crucifixion, and Antea gives honor to the condemned Nazarene, saying, "Thou art Truth."

thisdeterminerUS /ðɪs/

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

ThoupronounUS /ðaʊ/

an old word for “you”, as the subject, speaking to one person

From this reading They are present at the Crucifixion, and Antea gives honor to the condemned Nazarene, saying, "Thou art Truth."

toparticleUS /tuː/

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

TranslatedverbUS /trænzˈleɪtɪd/

past form of “translate” — restate (words) from one language into another language

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

translationsnounUS /trænzˈleɪʃənz/

plural of “translation” — a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

TruthnounUS /truːθ/

a fact that has been verified

From this reading They are present at the Crucifixion, and Antea gives honor to the condemned Nazarene, saying, "Thou art Truth."

twelvenounUS /twelv/

the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

UnounUS /juː/

a base containing nitrogen that is found in RNA (but not in DNA) and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with adenine

From this reading _Translated from the Polish_ BY JEREMIAH CURTIN Plimpton Press H. M. PLIMPTON & CO., PRINTERS & BINDERS, NORWOOD, MASS., U.S.A.

uniformadjectiveUS /ˈjuːnəfɔːrm/

always the same; showing a single form or character in all occurrences

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

UspronounUS /ʌs/

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

Vadis

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading AUTHOR OF "Quo Vadis," "With Fire and Sword," Etc.

visionsnounUS /ˈvɪʒənz/

plural of “vision” — a vivid mental image

From this reading Antea, the wife of a Roman patrician, ill with terrible visions, is advised by a physician to seek the air of Jerusalem.

volumenounUS /ˈvɑːljuːm/

the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

whichpronounUS /wɪtʃ/

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

whopronounUS /huː/

which person or people

From this reading There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death.

wifenounUS /waɪf/

a married woman; a man's partner in marriage

From this reading Antea, the wife of a Roman patrician, ill with terrible visions, is advised by a physician to seek the air of Jerusalem.

WithprepositionUS /wɪð/

in the company of; together with

From this reading AUTHOR OF "Quo Vadis," "With Fire and Sword," Etc.

worksnounUS /wɜːrks/

buildings for carrying on industrial labor

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

writingnounUS /ˈraɪtɪŋ/

the act of creating written works

From this reading Although the story "Let Us Follow Him" is included in the new volume by Sienkiewicz entitled "Hania," just issued in uniform style with Mr. Curtin's translations of the author's other works, its publication in a separate volume has been deemed advisable for the reason that this story gave to its author the idea of writing "Quo Vadis," which has been the literary sensation of the past twelve months.

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Vadis
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