"Brother,

"I have somewhat to say to you, and I hope you will not be offended when I tell you of your faults. You know that when you were reading your books [the Bible] in town, I would not let the boys or any one disturb you; but now when I was praying, I saw you laughing. I do not think that you look upon praying as a foolish thing; -- I believe you pray yourself. But perhaps you may think my mode, or manner of praying fooloish; if so, you ought in a friendly manner to instruct me, and no make sport of sacred things."

From Tecaughretanego to Scoouwa (a.k.a. James Smith). In Scoouwa: James Smith's Indian Captivity Narrative, The Ohio Historical Society Edition, 1978, p112.