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Day 122 – February 21, 1820

February 21, 1820 – no entry. (Thaddeus Journal)

Monday , February 21. A pleasant morning. It is delightful sailing in the Pacific, we have the trade winds which take us along at the rate of 7 or 8 miles an hour. In 25 days we hope to see Mauna-Noa, the highest mountain in Owhyhee. We are now nearly opposite Otahiti, and not many days sail from it. We should all like very well to call and see our brother & sister Missionaries there. (Lucia Ruggles Holman)

Feb. 21.-Several things respecting the mission appear in a much less favorable light than when I contemplated the subject in my native land. The circumstance which appeared so auspicious of the king’s returning with his influence cast in the scale of civilization and Christianity, now appears in the following light; that George Kaumualii is the illegitimate son of a chief. One reason why he sent him abroad, was to save him from falling a victim to the malice and jealousy of his wife. On his return, he has serious apprehensions that his life will be sought. It was said that Kamehameha, the king, was wishing that instructors might be sent there, promising to be a father to them. Poor man! Age has carried him almost to his grave, and his decease presents the prospect of a civil war, to decide which of the chiefs shall be his successor. (Lucy Goodale Thurston)

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Day 121 – February 20, 1820

February 20, 1820 – no entry. (Thaddeus Journal)

Feb. 20. Once more we are favored with a pleasant, peaceful, Sabbath. Have had public worship on deck. Brother T preached from the words, “I was glad when they said unto me, let us go into the house of the Lord.” The thought that perhaps I might again worship god in his earthly courts, filled my mind with joy and address. I thought of my dear friends and the privileges they enjoy, and could not but say, praise your mercies. We, though deprived of many enjoyments will not complain. We have voluntarily sacrificed the dear delights of civilized society, and relinquish the happiness of home and friends, to carry the blessings of the Gospel to the nation degraded and vicious. When I left my home and native land, I knew but little of the character of that people, to whom I am going. Capt B & some of his officers who have been to the Sandwich Islands, have given us considerable information respect in them. They represent the inhabitants as very degraded, immersed in almost every vice to which human nature is prone & addicted to practices to abominable to be named. O how much do they need the gospel, to raise them from the state of pollution & wretchedness & to make them a holy and happy people. Could we not lean upon an arm which is omnipotent when contemplating their wretched state, our hearts would sink within us. But we know the arm of the Almighty is not short and that it cannot save, nor his ear heavy that it cannot here. (Mercy Partridge Whitney Journal)

20. – My sabbaths are truly refreshing. I believe the prayers of my friends are heard and answered. How blessed to be the subject of so many supplications. Brother T preached today and from 122 psalm 1st verse. (Samuel Whitney Journal)

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Day 118 – February 17, 1820

February 17, 1820 – no entry. (Thaddeus Journal)

Feb. 17th.
Being confident that the most trifling or minute circumstance which interests us., will meet the feelings of maternal affection, I intend to give full scope to my pen in mentioning little particulars, which to others will probably appear insipid, and uninteresting. Were I by the side of my dear mother, I would tell her that we had new bread for tea this evening for the first time since we came on board. In addition to the enjoyment which we received in partaking of what seemed to us a rarity, it brought to mind, those tables we have been accustomed to surround in the dear family circle, and produced a familiar conversation upon the subject. Our entertainment ever has been, and still is good and comfortable; though very different from what we have teen accustomed to on land. May we hope that the time is coming when we shall be permitted to meet all the ransomed of the Lord and partake of that new wine, and living bread which Jesus has prepared for those who love him. – The mission family have not enjoyed as good health as they now do since they left America. Mr. R. observed last evening, that he has not felt like himself before since he came on board. The health which he now enjoys demands our gratitude and praise. May the afflictive hand of God, ever be laid gently upon us, and we be supported under it. Entered the trade winds this morning. The consideration that we are shortly to land on the heathen shores, covered with sin and pollution would be overwhelming, and cause us after all the advances we have made towards them, to think back, and exclaim, “who is sufficient for these things”, were it not that our help, is in the name of the Lord who made Heaven and earth.
“When through fiery trials thy path-way shall lie,
My grace all-sufficient shall be thy supply;
The flames shall not hurt thee, I only design
Thy dross to consume, and thy gold to refine”.
No fearing or doubting, with Christ on our side,
We hope to die shouting, the Lord will provide”. (Nancy Ruggles)

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