acquainted with His power, to save them from their sins: without this He would be no Saviour of theirs. The number of people present was computed at four thousand and upwards, and being placed above them, the heat was almost insupportable: they stood in crowds outside of the six double doors, and about a window that was open at the back of the pulpit. The building is one hundred and ninetysix feet long, and sixty-eight feet wide, and was, to all appearance, as full as the people could pack together. The mercy of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting, and His truth to all generations of them that fear and love Him. We sat a few minutes with Hiram Bingham's family after the meeting concluded; and then returned on board to our own crew, who were assembled in the cabin in the afternoon. tices prepared, that information might be well spread in good time, both on the shore and on board of the shipping. While these were preparing, I went on shore to the missionary, and told him that I believed it safest for me to hold a meeting to-morrow in the forenoon : the way was now thoroughly cleared for the distribution of the notices; and I endeavoured to dwell under the weight of the responsibility of this important engagement, which seemed fastened upon me, as a knot not easily untied. My mind is often turned to the Lord with secret cries for help: greatly do I desire that the noble cause of Truth may not be tarnished in my hands; but that His ever great and adorable name may be exalted, and the people turned to the power of the Holy Spirit of the Lord Jesus, and the creature laid low and kept in dependence on Him alone; that the Second month 9th.-Whilst at the Consul's work and praise may be His, unto whom yesterday evening, with eight or nine other the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, persons, and a general conversation going for- for ever belong. In the afternoon spent some ward in which I had taken little or no share, time with the manager of the book-binding 1 felt my heart attracted by that power, at department of the American printing estab whose approach the earth is silent; and abid-lishment: his wife superintends a school of ing under it, I thought that something might the native children, and with her husband arise towards the company present, but in that appears to move in much plainness and simwas mistaken. Remaining for some time un- plicity. der sensible weakness and fear, a public meet- 15th. After a restless night, landed in good ing next first-day forenoon, at the Mariners' time yesterday morning in readiness for the Chapel was presented to the view of my mind; appointed meeting; which was well attended to which I was favoured to feel resigned and by the residents and strangers from the shipwilling, keeping the matter closely to myself. ping. After a time of silence, it was with 13th.-Not able to take any exercise on me to revive among them the Divine comshore since last second-day, until yesterday mand, "Be still, and know that I am God;" evening, on account of the extreme wetness and that this command must be obeyed before of the weather, it being the rainy season in we can come to the blessed knowledge of the this region. In the course of our walk, called only true God, and his Son Jesus Christ, upon one of the missionaries for the transla- whom to know is life eternal:-desiring that tion of an article relative to the arrival of the we might humble ourselves before Him, and Henry Freeling at Oahu, that had appeared in the silence of all flesh" be still :" peradin the Hawaiian Teacher, a semi-monthly venture He would graciously condescend to periodical, printed at the mission press, and overshadow us with his heavenly presence. edited by a regularly ordained minister. When After recommending that we should endeacoming away, without any previous hint on vour to settle down in stillness of mind before my part, he kindly proposed that I should the God of the spirits of all flesh, I again rehave the Mariners' Chapel to-morrow, (first-sumed my seat. A comforting solemnity soon day,) either in the forenoon or evening, or spread over us, under the precious covering both. I parted from him with saying, I should of which we sat, until the time was come for turn the matter over and let him know, in order that timely notice might be given, if the meeting was of my appointing, so that the people might be fully aware of its being held according to the established practice of Friends: but I thought it well to wait a further time before giving a decided answer, lest it should not come to pass; although the prospect had been again and again before me early and late, at intervals, since I first got sight of it. This morning, being seventh-day, it seemed best for me to move forward by having no my standing up again, when it seemed increasingly to prevail. I reminded them of the expressions of those formerly, who were struck with the display of the Divine power of the Saviour of the world, when personally upon earth,-"What manner of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey Him?" and that the solemnity then so evident was not at our command, but came from Him, unto whom all power in heaven and earth is given. Man cannot cause it hath he "commanded the morning since his days, or caused the day spring to know his place?" Nay, verily, no more than the leopard can change his spots, or the Ethiopian his skin;-it is in the power of Him only, who "declareth unto man what is his thought," to do this. We must all pass through the great work of regeneration, before the kingdom can be entered; it is wrought in the heart through the faith of the operation of God, who raised from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep; by whom, and with whom, we must also rise from death unto life: but before we can rise with Him, we must be willing to suffer with Him; we must know what it is to be crucified with Him,—the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, totally disregarded and set at naught. But these things, which war against the soul, must be removed, before we can know and be admitted into the fellowship of His sufferings; and we must witness the power of his resurrection, before we can adopt for ourselves, from heart-felt living knowledge, the apostolic language of "I am crucified with Christ; nevertheless I live, yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh, I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me." There is no obtaining and wearing the crown, but by the way of the cross: we must be willing to suffer with our suffering Lord; and it is only such as suffer with him, that shall reign with Him in glory. We must be willing to bring our deeds to the light of the Holy Spirit of the Lord Jesus, which shineth in every heart, and to bear the indignation of the Lord, because we have sinned against him;-to sit alone and keep silence, ashamed and confounded, as in the dust, because of the reproach of our youth: and it is only while we have the light, that we can thus bring our deeds to it, and walk in it. He that walketh in darkness knoweth not whither he goeth: and if by neglect and disobedience, the light in us be darkness, how great is that darkness! We may sin out the day of our visitation; then the candle of the Lord is withdrawn, or put out; for He hath declared, "My Spirit shall not always strive with man.' These visitations are the merciful tokens of the Father's love, to draw man to the Holy Spirit of His beloved Son in the heart, "the life and light of men;" unto whom, although shining in all, none of us can come in our own will and strength, or by any inherent righteousness of our own. "No man cometh unto me," said Christ, "except my Father which hath sent me draw him; and I will raise him up at the last day." As no man cometh to the Son but by the Father, so no man cometh to the Father but by the Son; according to his word, "No man cometh to the Father but by me." By grace are we saved, and that not of ourselves; it is through the boundless mercy and everlasting love of God in Jesus Christ. After this manner was I strengthened to declare that loving-kindness which is better than life, and to testify of that grace, which comes by Jesus Christ. The meeting held longer than usual, but ended well: I trust the Lord magnified his own power in the hearts of some; who is blessed and worthy, and God over all for ever. Most of the missionary families were present. 16th.-Visited the school for native girls, under the superintendence of a missionary's wife; which, for good order and general quietness, is the best conducted establishment of the kind we have yet seen. For some time after the formation of this school, the children could not be prevailed upon to go forward with the regular duties, without an adopted child of the queen's led the way, and had the preference shown to her. When ordered to break up at noon, or in the afternoon, they would all retain their seats; and when the reason was asked for this, would say, 'Let the queen go first;' although she was a mere shrimp, in size, compared with many of the other children, and not more than six years old. The school-mistress has taken much pains to abolish such an unnecessary and invidious distinction, and has not hesitated to punish this child when in fault, like the other children, without showing any partiality because of her patronage; for a time this gave great offence, but by firmness and steady perseverance the difficulty was at last completely surmounted. Most of the children have now got the better of yielding such undue servility, although it is said that some of the timid still consider this child's word as law. CHAPTER XXVII. Interview with the queen-public meeting—halfcaste boys' school—address to the rulers of the Sandwich Islands-visit from the mission families-meeting at the chapel-an infidel ship's company-appointed meeting-departure from Honolulu Hawaii—anchor in Kalakakua Bay -public meeting-interesting opportunity with the mission family—proceed to Kailua—native meetings-visit of the king-departure for Waimea. Second month 17th, 1836.-THIS evening repaired to Hiram Bingham's by appointment to meet Kinau, the reigning chiefess, or queen. Her husband Kekuanóa was there, and Kanaina another principal chief and his wife, a woman of higher rank than Kinau on her father's side. It proved an interesting season; they were desirous of being instructed in the best mode of governing the islands, and benefiting the people. I told them, there is but one way to effect this, and that is upon the principles of the gospel; nothing else will stand. Kinau has long been desirous of prohibiting the importation and use of ardent spirits altogether, and requested some advice upon this head. It would require caution, I said; but that the first step would be to stop all further importation; and that they themselves had better become purchasers of the stock on hand, and empty the rum into the river, than that the people should be destroyed by its effects; the dealers would then have no cause to complain: that best wisdom should be sought for to direct, and that all these things should be conducted throughout in a Christian spirit. It is high time something was done to remove this evil from amongst the people. They expressed satisfaction with the interview, and suggested that we should meet again for the further consideration of this important subject, viz. the best manner of governing the islands and benefiting the people. Both these females are tall, portly women, of shrewd understanding, and have a gentleness in their demeanour not usually possessed by others of the same rank, though on first appearing they assume much reserve and austerity. fore, in due time sent written information, in order to insure its being held as a Friends' meeting. In the course of the day our sailors were assembled twice for devotional purposes; and in the evening they attended the public meeting at a quarter past seven o'clock, an hour best adapted to the climate and the people. The meeting was larger than looked for, as the weather was showery; a number of strangers were present, who had arrived two days previously from Boston, also the most seriously inclined of the residents, several branches of the missionary establishment, with an increased number of sailors, and many of the islanders. We sat long in silence, but under a feeling, solemn beyond expression, which chained down opposing spirits. When the time came for me to stand up, I had to contrast the worship of Almighty God under the Jewish dispensation in the outward temple, with that of the gospel in the inner temple of the heart; the latter altogether spiritual, because "God is a spirit, and they that worship him, must worship him in spirit and in truth." How can we so expressively manifest our fear and love in approaching the presence of infinite purity, as in solemn, awful silence, in humble watchfulness of mind, endeavouring to detect and suppress every creaturely desire? Words are inadequate, and not essential in the performance of worship to Him who is a Spirit, for his Holy Spirit searcheth all things; the most hidden and secret thought is known to this all-penetrating, all-searching Power. No offering is acceptable to Him, but what He himself prepares; for "the preparation of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is of the Lord;" and the entire prostration of the will of the creature, under the preparing, sanctifying influence of his Almighty power, constitutes the pure, unadulterated offering; which, free from human contrivance and performance, rises a spiritual sacrifice, acceptable to God, through the Holy Spirit of the Lord Jesus Christ, the great and everlasting high priest of our profession. The people were called upon to behold what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon his creature man, that we should become his sons: for who can comprehend the greatness of that love, wherewith "God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting 21st, first-day. This morning I received a life:" who can contemplate the fulness and note written at seven o'clock A. M. from the extent of love like this, and not feel a grateful American preacher, offering his place of wor- tribute to arise, of "thanks be unto God for his ship for an evening meeting. On solidly con- unspeakable gift!" My soul longeth that all sidering the subject, I believe, with an honest mankind may become acquainted with the predesire to do the will of my gracious Master, Iciousness of this costly gift. It is the same did not feel easy to let the opportunity pass [mentioned in the] memorable and instructaway without availing myself of it; and there-ive conference of the blessed Saviour with the 18th. Some time back my mind was attracted towards preparing something like an address, to be left with those that bear rule over the inhabitants of these islands; which might serve to remind them at a future day, that I had not omitted to warn them of those evils, which, if suffered to continue, will undermine every effort to improve their condition, both civil and religious. The conversation which took place last evening seems to have opened the way for something further, and confirmed me in believing myself required, as ability may be afforded, to draw up and leave some written document for the clearance of myself towards them. 20th. Before retiring to rest, I began to feel a little towards the evening meeting at the Mariners' chapel to-morrow, and the love of the gospel flowed in my heart so encouragingly, that a willingness was at once begotten, to give up to a meeting being appointed on my account. MEMOIRS OF DANIEL WHEELER. [1836. 66 tion of Diamond Hill, I was suddenly attracted which proved a low, stripped and barren sea- Samaritan woman, when He condescended to answer her question, 24th. This afternoon the Columbia barque How is it that thou, and Beaver steam-vessel prepared to proceed being a Jew, askest drink of me, who am a to the Columbia river. Before sailing, they woman of Samaria? for the Jews have no deal-were furnished with a supply of tracts, viz. ings with the Samaritans." "If thou knewest those printed for Friends, for the Religious the gift of God," our Lord replied, "and Tract Society, and a number of temperance who it is that saith unto thee, Give me to tracts, which were received with apparent drink; thou wouldest have asked of Him, and kindness. he would have given thee living water." The crews of these vessels are woman saith unto him, Sir, thou hast nothing the port of Honolulu since our arrival; they "The amongst the most profligate that have visited to draw with, and the well is deep; from are both in the employ of the London Hudwhence then hast thou that living water? Art son's Bay Company. thou greater than our father Jacob, who gave us the well, and drank thereof himself, and his children, and his cattle? said unto her, Whosoever drinketh of this Jesus answered and water shall thirst again; but whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him, shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him, shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life." The poor woman perceiving the great advantage of possessing water, of which "he that drinketh shall never thirst," said, "Sir, give me this water that I thirst not, neither come hither to draw." Her expectation was thus raised, and her understanding opened more and more to discern, from what followed, that she had met with one, from whom nothing was hidden, and who knew all that was in her heart; and perceiving that he was a prophet, and by inquiry having elicited for the lasting benefit of all mankind, the declaration, that the hour was white boys. As our calling was altogether 26th.-To-day visited the school of halfcome, "that the true worshippers shall worship unexpected, there could have been no contriv. the Father in spirit and in truth;"-confounded ance whatever to show off to the best advanand self-convicted, she concluded by saying, tage. Sixteen boys were present: we heard "I know that Messias cometh, which is called them read, spell, and answer a variety of Christ; when he is come, he will tell us all questions, and saw specimens of their writthings." Then the Lord of life and glory ing. This school has been established rather was pleased to reveal himself, telling her, "I more than three years, and although no great that speak unto thee am he." From what she progress has been made by any of the scholhad heard and felt, she could not for a moment ars; yet when we consider the habits in which doubt; and leaving her water-pot, went her they have been trained, and the baneful examway into the city to proclaim his power, and ples to which they are daily and almost hourly declare Him to her brethren;-"Come see a exposed when at home, of drinking, swearing, man which told me all things that ever I did; gambling, and every evil that can well be is not this the Christ?" I was strengthened imagined, it is surprising that they are as they to make a solemn and confident appeal to all are. present, who had attained to years capable of and keepers of gambling-houses. Some of the Several of the parents are grog-sellers, serious thought and reflection, if they had not children are the offspring of the principal inat seasons heard the voice of this "unspeak- habitants, American or English, on the father's able gift,"-bringing to their remembrance side, who live with native women, but unmar"all things that ever they did," in order that ried. In point of intellect these children are they might repent, return unto God, and live equal to any in the world, and some of them for ever. This is the grace that brings salva- particularly quick and intelligent; but none tion,-in this we must all believe,-to this we more so than one true-born native boy, adoptmust all come, and hearken and obey its ed by a white resident, from supposed moteachings. The above is the substance of tives of policy. On hearing them read some what was declared amongst them: the people manuscript verses on a little boy that never were very attentive, as has been uniformly told a lie,' also a paper against committing. the case at every meeting. sin, I perceived something gathering upon my mind, and told the master that I wished to say a few words before we separated, as we might never meet together again. I wished them fully to understand, that the knowledge they were acquiring would in reality be of no benefit, but render their condemnation greater, unless obedience kept pace with it; reviving the Saviour's words,"If ye know these things, happy are ye if ye do them." That those verses on 'a little boy that never told a lie,' or those 'against committing sin,' even if they had them by heart, would be of no avail to them, if they gave way to telling lies, or to committing any other sin: for "nothing that is unclean, nothing that is impure, that worketh an abomination, or maketh a lie," shall enter the kingdom of heaven. That the only way to escape falling into temptation, is at all times, as much as may be, to consider ourselves in the presence of Almighty God; who sees and knows all our actions, and the most secret thoughts of the heart, by His Holy Spirit, which searcheth all things, even the deep things of God; every imagination of our thoughts is known to Him, nothing can be hid. That some of them were old enough to know when they did wrong, either in telling untruths, or when in any other way they committed sin; they then felt uncomfortable and unhappy in themselves: that these are the reproofs of the Holy Spirit for sin and disobedience, and if attended to would lead to life; and to these I wished them to take heed. That the Lord loveth an early sacrifice He delighteth to regard it: that they must have heard what the voice of wisdom saith in the Holy Scriptures; "I love them that love me, and they that seek me early shall find me." That they could not begin too soon to seek an acquaintance with the Lord's Holy Spirit in their hearts, that so they might become truly wise. That the great end and object of all teaching and all learning, should be to make wise unto salvation. The boys were very attentive, and behaved in a solid manner. We remained until the school was dismissed, and then returned on board. In the evening we were again on shore, and were detained there until after nine o'clock, by a violent storm of thunder, lightning, and rain. best to consult the senior missionary on the subject of getting it translated into their language. After having perused it, he very kindly undertook to translate it, in readiness to lay before the king and chiefs when convened for the occasion, in the course of a day or two. 11th. This morning Hiram Bingham came on board to say we were expected this evening at his house, as Kinau the governing chief, with her associates, and the king himself, would be there; and that my address would probably be read. May the Lord incline their hearts to render unto him His due. 12th. Soon after sunset last evening, we repaired to Hiram Bingham's, where the whole of the expected company assembled, with some others. After tea the address was introduced, and read in the native language: the greatest attention was manifested by the principals present, and a solemn feeling prevailed over us. Shortly after the reading was finished, one of the females proposed that it should be printed, which was confirmed by Kinau, and it appeared to be the mind of all the parties concerned: unless this were done, it is scarcely probable that the end intended would be answered, as to the future rulers of these islands. Kinau remarked, that it was very easy to be understood. Having done what I believed to be my part, I can peacefully leave the result to Him, who alone can make it subservient to any purpose for his own praise and glory, and the well-being of the workmanship of his hands. The following is a copy of the address: ADDRESS TO THE RULERS OF THE SAND- As the present and eternal well-being of the inhabitants of the Sandwich Islands, is often the fervent and ardent desire of my heart, my attention has of late been arrested by the belief, that it will be best for me to leave behind a written memorial; which, under the blessing of the Almighty parent of the whole human family, "the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ," may have a tendency to remind the governing chief and her associates in authority, or those into whose hands the government of these island may be en29th.-Yesterday, first-day, collected the trusted at a future day, of their great responcrew twice in the cabin for devotional purpo-sibility, and indispensable duty to God, to ses: our intervals of silence were solid and themselves, and to the people over whom consoling. This afternoon came in the Gry- they preside. phon, from (St.) Blas, bringing intelligence In order to draw down the Divine blessing from America, via Panama, in sixty-eight both upon prince and people, or upon rulers days, of the destruction by fire of a large por- and people, let it never be forgotten, that "he tion of the city of New-York. that ruleth over men must be just, ruling in Third month 1st.-Having completed an the fear of God." The fear of God is the address to those who bear rule over the inha- foundation-stone, upon which every Christian bitants of the Sandwich Islands, it seemed government ought to be erected: upon this |