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is called a ‘roaring lion.” So you see that the quality repre-
sented by a lion may be good or evil.”

“Then,” said Albert, drawing up his slender body to its full
height, “let me be a lion. Not a cruel lion; but brave and
strong, and not afraid of any other beast. No wolf shall hurt
this little lamb ;” and he put his arm tenderly around Helen.
“T will be gentle to the innocent and weak, but a terror to the
cruel ones that seek to do harm.”

“The lion’s life, my son, is not one of ease and comfort.
The King of Beasts has many to dispute his power.”

“But he is stronger than them all, mother,” replied Albert,
with glowing cheeks and eyes full of manly courage.

“Yes, the true lion-quality is strongest in the human soul,

and, whether it be good or evil, bears down all opposition.”
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