2. In these matters of which we are ignorant the way is opened for us to pursue truth, obtainable only through periods of prayer.10 So that we may perceive and believe all things, and cast off any uncertainty of a doubtful will, we have to ask, to seek, and to knock,11 discovering mercy by asking, progress in seeking, and an open door in making the attempt.12 It is indeed with this hope of obtaining what we ask, seek, and knock that we are taught by an example of human affection. Just as we will