When the priest put the crucifix of silver-gilt to his lips, that he might kiss the Christ, he made a frightful gesture, as if to seize it; and that last effort cost him his life.

当神父把镀银的十字架放到唇边，准备亲吻基督时，他做出了一个可怕的手势，好像要抓住它似的。最后的努力使他丧命。