Ben-Hur, Part 4, Chapter 4: riassunto

Cosa succede

1. Simonides orders Malluch to follow Ben-Hur secretly, report his conduct, and approach him as a friend.
2. Esther reminds Simonides that this day marks Rachel's death, and they move to his rooftop garden.
3. Simonides explains how Prince Hur frees him, but he chooses lifelong servitude to marry Rachel.
4. He recounts Gratus's confiscations and torture, his refusal to surrender the family's money, and Rachel's death from grief.
5. Esther supports returning the fortune to its owner, while Simonides explains his doubts and hopes for vengeance.
6. Simonides says a living witness can establish Ben-Hur's identity and postpones another meeting until he is ready.

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