And to the young I would earnestly say,--cherish always a feeling of reverence on this subject of illuminating sacred texts. Let it be considered not as a trivial, passing amusement, but, while in practice, as a grave and steady occupation--one to which you are in duty bound, if you undertake it at all, to give your very best attention. No work of yours--nor of any human hand--can be worthy of the subject; in all humility and sincerity keep this truth before you. Strive to enter as fully as possible into the meaning of the inspired words you are delineating; endeavour earnestly and with child-like simplicity to learn the lesson they would teach. Lastly, let your work be as perfect as you can possibly make it, and if the result be pleasing, render thanks to Him who hath bestowed on you the precious talent, and from Whom all good gifts do come. And so, "Whatsoever ye do, DO ALL TO THE GLORY OF GOD." [Illustration] [Illustration] [Illustration] [Illustration] [Illustration] [Illustration] Transcriber's notes Text in italics has been _underscored_. Clear printer's errors were corrected, but original spelling was not modified or harmonized. Open quote on page 15 (paragraph starting with "Purple (violet, or amethyst)..." has been closed. End of the Project Gutenberg EBook of Emblematic Illumination; or Forms, Colours and Emblems, by Anonymous