ELEVENTH SCENE

The Icon of Our Lady of Sorrows.

During the procession of the Holy Icon of Our Lady of Sorrows at Spoleto, Gabriel, still known by his name of Francesco Possenti, remains spellbound by the icon, while, among the songs and clamour of the people, one can hear, in an echo, a voice that speaks to him.

The Icon

You’re not made for this world.
What are you doing in this world? Hurry, become a religious.
If you want to save yourself, come with me.
I’ll take you to Him.
There’s no time, save yourself …
Save yourself …