Priscilla and Aquila page 2 by ric gustafson
The synagogue had several rows of plaster benches along the sides. There was a simple Torah shrine and a tall papyrus cylinder.
Rufus led the two to a woman sitting in the front row.
" Benyamin and Aquila". Rufus smiled. " This is my mother Mary".
She grinned. " Welcome brothers".
" I heard of your father's passing". Benyamin's voice hesitated. " God be gracious to you".
" It was very sudden".
Benyamin pointed. " This is my nephew Aquila".
She smiled. " Welcome Aquila".
They took their seats.
As the Torah passages were translated into Greek, Aquila's eyes darted around the room. His eyes stopped at the row of God fearers. Among them was a young woman She had auburn hair and fair skin.
Aquila could not take his eyes off of her.
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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
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