Scene + 

VI + 

Thais + 

Oh, I am weary! + 

Paphnutius + 

Courage! Here is the monastery where a famous community of holy virgins live. I am anxious for you to pass the time of penance here if you will consent. + 

Thais + 

I do not resist. I wish to obey you. I trust you. + 

Paphnutius + 

I will go in, and persuade the Abbess who is the head of the community to receive you. + 

Thais + 

And what shall I do meanwhile? Do not leave me alone. + 

Paphnutius + 

You shall come with me. But look! The Abbess has come out to meet us. I wonder who can have told her so promptly of our arrival. + 

Thais + 

Rumour, Father Paphnutius. Rumour never delays. + 