Further Study_. In
using this text-book the student may proceed as follows:
(1) Read carefully the Biblical passage indicated in connection
with each title; for example, in the first study, Genesis 1 and 2.
(2) Read the Biblical and other quotations on the first page of
each study. Unless otherwise indicated the Biblical quotations are
from the American Revised Version. They include the most important
Biblical passages. The other quotations embody some of the best
contributions of ancient and modern writers to the subject under
consideration.
(3) Read and think through the material presented under each
paragraph. This material is arranged under six headings for the
convenience of those who wish to follow the plan of daily reading
and study.
BOOKS OF REFERENCE.
The books suggested in connection with this course have been
carefully selected in order that each person may have for his
individual use a practical working library. The following should
be at hand for constant reference.
Kent, C. F., _The Historical Bible_, Vols. I and II. Contains the
important Biblical passages arranged in chronological order and
provided with the historical, geographical and archaeological notes
required for their clear understanding. The translation is based
on the oldest manuscripts and embodies the constructive results of
modern Biblical research. New York, $1.00 each.
Jenks, J. W., _Principles of Politics_. New York, $1.25. Prepared
to explain the principles by which political action is governed and
thus to aid thoughtful citizens both to gain a clear outlook on
life and wisely to direct their own political activity.
Aristotle, _Politics_. The greatest masterpiece of scientific
political thought. Its different point of view will suggest many
illuminating comparisons between Greek and modern political ideals
and institutions and give the reader a broad basis for the
appreciation of that which is essential and enduring in the
statecraft of all ages. $2.50.
For further parallel study the following books are suggested:
Breasted, J. H., _History of the Ancient Egyptians_. Clear,
concise and authoritative. New York, $1.25.
Bryce, James, _The American Commonwealth_, Vols. I, II. New York,
$2.00 each. Best commentary on American Government.
Cooper, C. S., _The Bible and Modern Life_. Presents the point of
view from which the Bible may most profitably be studied and
contains valuable suggestions
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