Cared for by a hen
The reformer of Württemberg, Johann Brenz, was to be captured on the orders of Emperor Karl V. A group of Spanish riders was already on their way to Stuttgart when Duke Ulrich received news of it from a relative. Late that night he summoned Brenz to him and told him what his enemies wanted to do; At the same time the Duke said to Brenz: “I don’t want to be responsible for your blood; save yourself however you want and can. I cannot and must not hide you myself, because I must be able to freely affirm with an oath that I do not know where you are. Go in God's name! May He preserve your life!" As surprising and shocking as this news was for Brenz, he quickly regained his faith, bowed and walked away in silence. The Duke called after him with deep emotion: "If you are dear to God, He will watch over your life." When he got home, Brenz threw himself on his knees and commended himself to God in earnest prayer. When he got up, it seemed to him as if someone was saying...