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NICHOLAS IVÁNOVICH. That, too, was not said in this connection, and
proves nothing.
FATHER GERÁSIM. How can one deny the Church? It alone provides
salvation.
NICHOLAS IVÁNOVICH. I did not deny the Church until I found it supported
everything that is contrary to Christianity.
FATHER GERÁSIM. It can make no mistakes, for it alone has the truth.
Those who leave it go astray, but the Church is sacred.
NICHOLAS IVÁNOVICH. I have already told you that I do not accept that. I
do not accept it because, as is said in the Gospels, "By their deeds
shall ye know them, by their fruit shall ye know them." I have found out
that the Church blesses oaths, murders and executions.
FATHER GERÁSIM. The Church acknowledges and sanctifies the Powers
ordained by God.
During the conversation, Styópa, Lyúba, Lisa and Tónya at different
times enter the room and sit or stand listening.
NICHOLAS IVÁNOVICH. I know that the Gospels say, not only "Do not kill,"
but "Do not be angry," yet the Church blesses the army. The Gospel
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