Godric Chapter Summary & Analysis | Pages 158 - 178

Pages 158 - 178 Summary

"Of what became of Burcwen, of Godric's second sight, and the departure or two old friends"

After William's death, a rift of shame opens up between Burcwen and Godric. Both feel—perhaps justifiably—that their sin was the cause of William's death. From then on, the two hardly see one another, though Burcwen continues to live in the same house. One day, Burcwen comes by Godric's lodging with a nun. She has decided to join their convent and dedicate her life to Christ. Godric sees her only once more for the rest of his life. Years later, he is attending Easter Mass in Durham and they see each other across the church. Though they exchange no words, each knows it is a final, loving goodbye.

"How Reginald sought Godric's blessing on his book, and Godric's death"

After he completes his biography of Godric—save for the final pages, which will record...
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