which he gives for such caution are so many that great patience is
necessary to bear them; for he persuades himself that everything,
both spiritual and temporal, pertains to him, and that there is not a
king, or patronage, or Audiencia that can change his will as to what
he will do. It therefore results that he very often has quarrels with
the Audiencia, with me, with the orders, and with all those of his
church; and nothing occurs in connection with the patronage which he
does not desire to adjudicate, so it is on that subject that he has
had controversies with me. His scruples are insufferable, and they are
continually increasing; accordingly, we dread the lengths to which they
may carry him. Notwithstanding that he is a religious who is greatly
respected, and one of learning and exemplary life, and has always had
this reputation, I believe that he would be better in his cell than in
the archbishopric or bishopric; and that it would be much better for
his conscience and peace of mind, and that this commonwealth would gain
much thereby. It is noticeable that his order, knowing him as they do,
and regarding him as of good character and reputation, as I have said,
have never employed him in any way in their government, as they do not
find him qualified for it. I beg your Majesty to be pleased to order
that he shall not meddle in those affairs which do not concern him,
and that he shall be quiet and treat me and the auditors with respect;
and that he avoid disputes and quarrels, since from them can result
nothing but evil to the service of God and your Majesty, and scandal
to the public. Your Majesty may believe that what I write here is
stated with the utmost moderation, considering the outrages which
he has committed. I therefore doubt not that many complaints of his
proceedings will be sent. The Audiencia have grievances, and sometimes
have been so provoked that they have been at the point of sharply
correcting him; but some of them are afraid of him for private reasons,
and dare not do so. In order not to stumble against such obstacles, I