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Thinking of her as a strong character from the Bible would doubtless have pleased Sarah Penn, Curtis. She also derives some strength from the fact that "Providence" (in the form of a letter from her brother) is responsible for Adoniram's absence, and that gives her the opportunity to rebel in a way that otherwise would not be possible. She can act against one person to whom she owes obedience, because a higher authority has shown her his will.