And the child grew, and became strong in spirit, being filled with wisdom; and the grace of God was upon him.

And all extolled him; and they wondered at the words of grace which proceeded out of his mouth, and said: Is not this the son of Joseph?

And he said to them all: If any one determines to come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and fol low me.

And whoever does not bear his cross, and come after me, can not be my disciple.

And as they led him away, they laid hold of Simon, a certain Cyrenian, who was coming from the country, and on him they laid the cross, that he might carry it after Jesus.