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ST. PAUL, one of the subtlest masters of philosophy, fearlessly challenges the thinkers of all times in his declaration, "The world by wisdom knew not God;" and the condition of mind necessary on the part of the man who would find God inheres in his further statement:"He that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.

THE Scriptures narrate many incidents analogous to our experiences in the journey from sense to Soul, and often are heavy burdens lifted, countless problems rendered less obscure by even a slight understanding of the lessons learned by the earnest student. The writer has recently been greatly helped by the account of the children of Israel before Jericho, and has noted some of the lessons drawn, hoping to aid others thereby.

STUDENTS of Christian Science soon discover that through its teaching not only are ills of every sort overcome, but what is equally important, that discords of every sort can be prevented by the understanding of divine Truth. They find in the Scriptures as scientifically explained, practical rules for the working out of their personal problems, as well as assurances of safety and security at all times and under all circumstances,—as, for instance: "Because thou hast made the Lord, which is my refuge, even the most High, thy habitation; there shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling.

Elizabeth Fry drew up for her own guidance the following rules: Never lose any time. I do not think that lost which is spent in amusement or recreation every day; but always be in the habit of being employed.

THE belief that man is separated or alienated from God is the source of all human discord. The attempt to account for this unnatural situation gave rise to the story of the fall of man, as found in the Hebrew Scriptures and in various mythological accounts in the literature of other ancient peoples.

Through the office window a little bird fluttered into our midst one morning, and when it found itself imprisoned by the four walls it realized that it had given up its freedom. Fear took possession of it, and though there were willing hands uplifted, and love in our thought toward the little creature, it would not be helped by us, but flew from corner to corner, beating its frail wings against the hard walls in a vain effort to escape from its prison, till quite exhausted.

IN the eleventh chapter of St. John's Gospel, we read: Now Jesus loved Martha, and her sister, and Lazarus.

AT this period the subject of education is receiving earnest attention, not only from educators as a class, but also from many who are interested directly or indirectly in the general amelioration of human conditions. Men and women of breadth of character and culture are in some instances giving their lives to the problem of practical, progressive education for the young, as well as for those of maturer years who desire to enter upon broader fields of the world's work; wholesome effort is being directed toward the development of methods which shall arouse latent native ability and unfold individual capacity; vocational education is already a recognized necessity, while wide opportunities are given for the culture of the true and beautiful in art, architecture, music, literature, and the drama.

Compassion and sympathy are often used to indicate similar states of feeling, but the latter word is of a twofold meaning, and when not synonymous with compassion it becomes its antithesis. Compassion signifies a deep tenderness for one who may be under adverse circumstances, yet without lending itself to the same degree or attitude of thought, whereas sympathy indicates a kindred feeling and, as defined by Webster under synonyms for pity, "requires a certain degree of equality in situation, circumstances, etc.

" What can you teach me of Christian Science?" These words fell from the lips of a man who through the application of this Science radiates gentleness, modesty, and peace. The beautiful simplicity of the words, the absence of all pride of opinion, coming from one whose study of and interest in this subject has extended over many years, offers much food for thought; especially as they were propounded to one who might properly be classified as a beginner.