And he sent his servant at the hour of supper to say to them that were invited, that they should come, for now all things are ready.
But all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Christ; and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation.
Men, brethren, children of the stock of Abraham, and whosoever among you fear God, to you the word of this salvation is sent.
And on the last, and great day of the festivity, Jesus stood and cried, saying: If any man thirst, let him come to me, and drink.
But he said to him: A certain man made a great supper, and invited many.
And they began all at once to make excuse. The first said to him: I have bought a farm, and I must needs go out and see it: I pray thee, hold me excused.