« The slandering of God’s people for righteousness’ sake is represented in the burning of the “Lord’s Goat” on the typical Atonement day. Whatever ignominy befalls one member of the body is shared by all. Whatever shame the Lord thus permits he could hinder ; hence it must serve some good purpose—in testing our patience, love, loyalty, obedience, humility or what not. Let us not forget for one moment the Text for 1915—“The cup which my Father hath poured, shall I not drink it ?” » — Magazine : The watch tower and herald of Christ’s presence, March 15 1915, pages 93-78 [5655] § 6.