The Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe Chapter 6 Page 47

I could hold no longer: I took him in my arms and embraced him eagerly.

“How far,” said I to him, “have I been from understanding the most essential part of a Christian, viz. to love the interest of the Christian Church, and the good of other men’s souls! I scarce have known what belongs to the being a Christian.” — ”Oh, sir! do not say so,” replied he; “this thing is not your fault.” — “No,” said I; “but why did I never lay it to heart as well as you?” — ”It is not too late yet,” said he; “be not too forward to condemn yourself.” — ”But what can be done now?” said I: “you see I am going away.” — ”Will you give me leave