p. 299 | Signs of the Times, Vol. 6, No. 25. (7/1/1880)

Earlier text: DOCTOR BENSON'S SUNDAY BOOK

MARYLAND, AND WASHINGTON, D. C.

By I. Sanborn

FROM Camden, N. J., I went to Calverton, Md., and held one meeting with the two Sabbath-keeping families now living there. The others have moved so far away that they cannot attend the meetings, but they remain faithful in the work of the Lord. I visited them all at their homes. Brn. Jones and Reed still keep up Sabbath-school and meetings, and their families are greatly benefited by these services.

I next spent a week at Washington, D. C. Five are keeping the Sabbath here, one of whom never heard any preaching on the present truth. I spoke six times. Some of their neighbors attended, and all seemed to enjoy the meetings very much. Sister Dolton, who embraced the truth in Chicago over ten years ago, while I was holding a few meetings in the house of Sister Mills, is now with her daughter in Washington.

Bro. Craig, a ship-carpenter belonging to the navy service, who embraced the truth under the preaching of Eld. Loughborough in California, is still faithful. Sister Hitchcock has kept the Sabbath several years. She has long desired baptism, and she and Sister Craig were baptized in the Potomac river. Bro. and Sister Craig have two daughters, and Sister Cook one, who desire to follow their Saviour in baptism. As they are young, I advised them to seek God and be faithful in the discharge of duty, promising to baptize them when I visited Washington again. Others are interested in the truth.

These five Sabbath-keeping believers in Christ will hold meetings and Sabbath-school every Sabbath, and will do all the missionary work they can. Mr. Cook, though a member of the Episcopal church, was very kind, and took care to make me feel at home in his family; so also did Mr. Hitchcock, though a member of the M. E. Church.

I. SANBORN.

CAUSES OF RUNNING DOWN.

At the recent anniversary of Spurgeon's Pastors' College, Mr. Spurgeon, in his own shrewd, incisive way enumerated some of the causes why some ministers run down. This was true of some, because their natural force is abated through age. But if their running days were over, they could still walk and not faint. Others have a cessation of early success, since on first going into a field a reaper might get more sheaves than he would later, when there were not so many left. Another cause of running down, he said, was mental wear and tear. The duties of the ministry were peculiarly exacting and exhausting. Some get down because of the want of association, living in a place where they found no one to talk to, and from whom to get intellectual stimulation and cheer.

But others, said Mr. Spurgeon, run down because they lose their first love. God walked contrary to them because they walked contrary to him. It is no wonder if such preachers felt less force; for if the roots were not strong, how could the branches be healthy? If there had been self-indulgence, selfishness would bring a plague, and ruin their joy. Such running down as this sometimes ended in a catastrophe—one great sin, like a volcanic jet, being the development of a life of wrong-doing. Let them avoid the curse, and cry to God to cleanse the way.

PERNICIOUS LITERATURE.

"We are shocked," says Tholuck, "when we think of the destruction which the mental gifts of a conqueror can bring upon the world. But have we ever represented to ourselves, the destruction which is brought upon the world by the high endowments of writers, who follow the impulse of ambition, and are too easily betrayed to serve a lie? The one lays waste houses, the other ruins hearts; the one destroys life, the other poisons faith and love. Oh! what a bloodless, but not less crying murder is that, which is continually committed far and wide, over town and country, by authors, who in their proud spirit serve lies. Oh! if a rich man shall hardly enter into heaven, and if it be true in regard to worldly goods, it is infinitely more so, in regard to those richly endowed with mental gifts, but destitute of purity of heart."

THE GIVER IS THE GAINER.

By Raymond F. Cottrell

REMEMBER the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, "It is more blessed to give than to receive." Acts 20:35. If all believed this assertion, there would be less desire to receive, and more would covet to be givers. Yet it is doubtless true, whether it is believed or not. The apostle Paul calls attention to this saying of our Lord, which had otherwise remained unrecorded; and his life and labors were such as to convince all that he, for one, believed it true. His own hands had ministered to his own necessity and the necessity of those who were with him. He had set an example so that others might willingly labor to support the weak. And in harmony with this great truth concerning giving and receiving, he says to the Philippians, "Not because I desire a gift; but I desire fruit that may abound to your account." Phil. 4:17.

Here the same principle is required. The fruit of giving abounds to the account of the giver. He is the gainer.

All have the privilege of sharing in this fruit. The blessing is not confined to those who can give largely. The pureness of the motive is weighed, rather than the gift. The large gift given to be seen of men and admired by them, has its reward in human honor and applause. "Verily, they have their reward." They gain the object sought; but it is worthless. But the mites given by the poor, with an eye single to the glory of God, amount to more than all such; yes, and more than all that is given with good motives from those that have an abundance, and consequently feel not a sacrifice.

And it should not be forgotten by ministers that the priests who received tithes from the people had the privilege of giving a tithe of the tithes thus received to the Lord. Those who receive means consecrated to God have the privilege of doing something that may abound to their account. If they fail to embrace this privilege, they are the losers; since they permit the blessing which might be theirs to rest upon others. If they receive much, they certainly cannot afford to lose this privilege; but if they receive but little, by withholding, they sell it very cheaply. Can they afford to sell out cheaper than Esau did?

R. F. COTTRELL.

THAYER CO., NEBRASKA.

By Charles L. Boyd

I closed meetings in Thayer Co. last Sunday, having been there just two weeks. Seven who were probationers in the M. E. Church, all heads of families, have commenced to keep the Sabbath. I hope they will prove faithful, and that soon, under more favorable circumstances, others will have an opportunity to hear, and will be added to their number. Chas. L. Boyd. June 2.

SINCLAIRVILLE, CHAUTAUQUA CO., N. Y.

By Charles B. Reynolds

By request, I held meetings with this church Sabbath and first-day, June 5 and 6. The attendance was good. The Sabbath-school is large and deeply interesting. Found the brethren zealous and devoted, prompt in the performance of duty, and as a consequence happy and prosperous, enjoying the blessing of God. Seven were baptized. After all present had solemnly reconsecrated themselves to God, in gratitude for blessings attending them, I gave instruction in the ordinances and assisted in their administration.

CHAS. B. REYNOLDS.

CANBY, MINNESOTA.

By C. Nelson

I REMAINED in the vicinity of Canby until the first of June. Preached twenty times, sold $6.00 worth of books, and obtained two subscribers for the Tidende: Seven were baptized, and a church of twelve members was organized. A leader was chosen, also a secretary and treasurer. The subject of s. B. was considered, and the majority voted to pay the tithe. A tract society was organized with ten members, and a Sabbath-school of sixteen members.

A good work has begun here. The most of these dear brethren and sisters have just come out from the world, but they have given up their idols. They now rejoice in the truth. We thank God for his tender dealings with his people. May we all draw near to him in prayer and in our daily life. C. NELSON. Golden Gate, June 7.

ONE MAN AGAINST THE WORLD.

By Jos. Clarke

WHEN Elijah stood before Ahab on mount Carmel, (See 1 Kings, chapters 18 and 19,) it seemed to him that he stood alone as to human aid. So it was with Moses, the man of God, at different times. And when the Redeemer of the world was dying on the cross, not a friend dared to show his head; but at his death, Joseph of Arimathea, and Nicodemus, were filled with holy courage, and went forward to perform the last sacred rites of burial. Praise the Lord that they did so, for the credit of our race, there were found two men who had a little sympathy and courage.

It often happens that a single person or family in a neighborhood, have the courage to keep all of God's commandments. They sometimes feel all alone, and almost disheartened in their endeavor to keep holy the true Sabbath. To such, we would say, we are not alone. God and the universe are on our side; nature is on our side. The sun, and moon, and stars, roll on in their accustomed paths, in obedience to God. The stars are true to the divine law. Man alone thinks to change times and laws. They will not be always in the hands of man.

Obey God; this is always safe and pleasant in the end. Obey him, and you will range yourselves by the side of angels, and all the host of heaven, who never yet disobeyed. If God is so kind as to forgive the past, we can well afford to stop sinning. Jos. Clarke.

IN FEAR OF THE BIBLE

The Papal Journals of Rome are loud in their protests against the operations of the colporters. They complain that men walk about the streets supplying the people with Bibles at a nominal price, and that these Bibles are not only purchased, but read. It reminds us of the agitation Demetrius the silversmith excited among his fellow-craftsmen in Ephesus, when by the preaching of Paul their "craft was in danger of being set at naught."

SUNDERLINVILLE, PENN.

By J. G. Saunders

A two-day's meeting appointed at this place is now just past, and it was one of the most interesting meetings ever held here.

There were more than fifty Sabbath-keepers out at this meeting, and on first-day many others came in so that our congregation numbered nearly three hundred in all. Fourteen, whose ages range from ten to sixty-five years, were buried with Christ by baptism. The scene was made impressive by the presence of the Holy Spirit. Throughout, our public services were characterized by a feeling of deep solemnity. J. G. SAUNDERS.

GRYTHYTTEHED, SWEDEN.

By John P. Rosqvist

THE interest in this place is good. We have had meetings every evening during the past week, and there have been many hearers. I try as gently as possible to remove prejudice from the people, and I am greatly rejoiced to learn that many understand the word preached. Yesterday I spoke on the two-horned beast in the forenoon, and on the mark of the beast in the evening. All present gave close attention, and tears flowed freely. The people said that this was a solemn day to them.

There is a Baptist church here, and the elder and his family have commenced to keep the Sabbath. He is respected as a Christian man of good understanding, and our brethren have confidence in him. Others are interested, and in the way of receiving the truth. Pray for me that the Lord may give me strength and patience.

JOHN P. ROSQVIST.

OFF HIS BEAT.

By Eleanor Kirk

Annie Carlton wished she was dead, and Maud, her sister, wished she had never been born. At least they said so, and both thought themselves honest, and not in the least wicked in giving utterance to such sentiments. Indeed, their trouble and disappointment were so great at this particular time, that if any girls were ever excusable for such thoughts—which is certainly very doubtful—these girls were. Little Susie Carlton, four years old, sobbed in her mother's arms, principally because her mother sobbed, and not because she had any well-grounded reason for doing so, as she was much too young to realize the dreadful misfortune that had overtaken the family.

Now, Mr. Carlton, the father of these lovely girls, had been a policeman ever since the children could remember. For some time he had been stationed on Broadway, and here, at a particular corner, he piloted young and old across the busy street, making friends with the little ones, and always, so far as known, doing his duty generously and bravely. Now he had lost his place, and this was the trouble that had overtaken these good people. Loss of position in this case meant not only less money, but actual poverty, unless something should happen by which Mr. Carlton might not remain long idle. Annie and Maud went to an excellent public school, always neatly and prettily dressed, and besides this, Maud was making considerable progress in music, and Annie was studying French with great interest. Mr. Carlton had been able to buy a pretty cottage piano for the girls, and at the time of his dismissal from police duty everything was as thrifty and harmonious as one could imagine. Mrs. Carlton thought this trouble would have been a great deal easier to bear if her husband had done anything to deserve it; but then Mrs. Carlton like her little girls, didn't quite understand what she was saying. This lady had every reason to be proud of her husband, for he was a man of the most thorough integrity, and had a great warm heart that endeared him to all whom he came in contact with. Little children nestled lovingly in his arms. Little girls on their way to school brought the policeman flowers, and little lips were as ready to meet his as they were to meet their father's or mother's. Sometimes Mr. Carlton didn't quite know what to do with all the flowers that were given him, for he couldn't wear more than one buttonhole boquet, and sometimes he had posies enough to make a dozen. The love in this man's heart was as plainly visible on his face as the shield on his breast and when this is the case, children are the first to observe it. One day a little girl, not more than eight years old, and one of the little ones who usually clung the closest to his hand, was returning from school, and in a moment of mischief and daring, darted into the middle of the crowded street alone. In less time than we can write it, she was knocked down and run over. The policeman, forgetful of everything but the accident, called a carriage and bore the unconscious child to the hospital, whither he knew from the nature of her injuries she must go. Her lower limbs were badly cut, and one leg was broken; but the surgeon thought it was not such a very bad case after all, and then the policeman drove as fast as he could to inform the little one's parents. Now, while Mr. Carlton was doing all this, a fight occurred on his beat, and because the officer was not on hand, and because of some jealousy, which was brought to bear upon the case, he was dismissed from the force.

"If I were father I would never be kind to any one again as long as I lived," said Maud, after she had reconciled herself a little to the thought of being alive.

"I don't believe I would either," put in Annie.

"He can't help loving folks," said the mother; "it's his nature." And she might have added that some natures are like the sun, giving out light and warmth continually, not because it is a matter of preference, but like the sun, light and warmth are the divine intention. Mr. Carlton came in on this conversation, looking a trifle anxious as his kind eyes rested upon the little group, but only for a moment. Then a little girl was on each knee, and Maud, who was the oldest, took a footstool by his side, and Mrs. Carlton drew up her rocking-chair and leaned her head against her husband's shoulder.

"I suppose there is no chance of getting back?" she said softly, after a while.

"There don't seem any," he replied "but we wont give up the ship to-night. There is meat in the larder, and two hundred dollars in the till, and before that is gone I shall certainly get something to do."

Before Mr. Carlton was a policeman he had been connected with a wholesale drygoods house, but misfortune had come to the firm, and after being idle a few months had sought and obtained a position in the police department.

"But to be turned out of a place is so disgraceful!" said Mrs. Carlton, who like a few other wives in the world, not infrequently said the wrong thing; "and then it isn't as if you had a trade."

There was more of the same sort, but the good man took no notice, simply remarking that he should not have left his beat so long for any cause, but what was done was done and could not be helped. So the days rolled by, and Mr. Carlton's hopes were not realized. The two hundred dollars in the till dwindled down to twenty, and there was no change. The music and French were things of the past, and at last the day came when there was no money left and no prospect of earning enough to keep the wolf from the door, Mr. Carlton had obtained a few odd jobs, all of which his wife considered far beneath him, which, of course, was another great mistake, as the labor is always ennobled by the man, and not the man by the labor; but then Mrs. Carlton was, in a great measure, excusable, because she had never been taught these things, and because she had the greatest faith in her husband's ability to fill what are called the best places.

Maud, to please her father, had kept on with her practicing, reviewing her old lessons, and spending a great deal of time on scales and five finger exercises. Annie studied her French in somewhat the same style, both girls doing their best to progress without a teacher. It had been very hard times before the wolf made his appearance, but he had come now in his most savage form, and there seemed no way of disposing of him. The landlord would give no more time, and the larder was empty. Mrs. Carlton wrung her hands and asked in bitterness of spirit what was to be done next.

"Up to this time I have done all I could," her husband replied, "but now I think it is best to stop a while and give the Lord a chance to do something."

"Oh, yes!" said Mrs. Carlton, "that'll do very well to talk about, but the Lord helps those who help themselves."

"Then he will help me," said the ex-policeman, in a tone that quieted the weeping lady in spite of herself.

It was a very strange thing for a man to do under such dreadful circumstances, but Mr. Carlton wended his way to the park, and when he had found a quiet spot he sat down to rest and not to think, for that he had determined not to do. Little sparrows hopped tamely about him, and the cool breeze, the blue sky, and exceeding quiet of the place, comforted him beyond description. Things hadn't changed in the least, but Mr. Carlton had changed, for God had spoken to him through his sweetest and loveliest ministers. There was one more day before the family would have to leave the house, and they had all had breakfast enough to keep them from being very hungry, so Mr. Carlton would stay a while longer and become so filled with the divine peace, that it would last him through all he would have to undergo. Now, if he hadn't been open to such ministration, he would have kept growing more anxious and restless, and would, of a necessity, have walked away from the good fortune which was then coming to him. But there he sat perfectly still, and strange as it may seem, perfectly happy, and after a while a little voice said, very like an angel speaking out of heaven, Mr. Carlton thought, "Oh, papa! there is my policeman."

This was the voice of the child who had been dreadfully injured on Broadway, and whom Mr. Carlton had often, in the first of her illness, visited at the hospital. Her father was drawing her slowly along in an invalid's carriage, in the most unfrequented paths of the park.

"Oh! I am so glad we have found him," said the little girl, and then after a moment—"but where are your shield and your pretty buttons?"

"I don't wear them any more," said Mr. Carlton, smiling down into the pale face. "I am not a policeman now."

The gentleman looked the ex-officer over from head to foot, and, with this comprehensive glance, took in the whole situation.

"You have been discharged?" he inquired.

"I have," said Mr. Carlton.

"And did you lose your place for what you did for my little girl that day?" the gentleman went on.

"I was absent from my beat too long without making the proper arrangements," Mr. Carlton replied.

"Ah!" said the gentleman, "and you have nothing to do."

"No, sir."

"Did you have any money laid up?"

"A little, but it's all gone."

"Here is my card," said the gentleman, "and I want you to-morrow to go to work. Here are fifty dollars, all I have about me, and now don't say one word. My wife and I have been more grateful to you than any words of mine can ever express. I have looked for you several times, and my little girl was almost broken-hearted when you stopped visiting her at the hospital. I believe, Mr. Carlton, from the bottom of my heart, that God sent us both to this spot to-day."

Mr. Carlton was too full to say much, but two little arms were about his neck and a loving cheek pressed to his, and it wasn't necessary that he should. The next morning found him once more in the old dry goods trade, with better opportunities for making money than ever before. When in half an hour Mr. Carlton told their great good news to his family, their delight was unbounded. A day or two after Maud's and Annie's teachers were re-called, and were perfectly astonished at the progress the girls had made, and could not understand how it could be accomplished without instruction. Love and obedience were the reasons, of course, as love and obedience are the two great motive-powers of the world.—Eleanor Kirk, in The Methodist.

Mirth and Wit in Conversation

MIRTH should be the embroidery of the conversation, not the web; and wit the ornament of the mind, not the furniture.

The Home Circle.

BEAUTIFUL THINGS.

Beautiful faces are those that wear— It matters little if dark or fair— Whole-souled honesty printed there.

Beautiful eyes are those that show, Like crystal panes where hearth fires glow Beautiful thoughts that burn below.

Beautiful lips are those whose words Leap from the heart like songs of birds Yet whose utterance prudence girds.

Beautiful hands are those that do Work that is earnest and brave and true, Moment by moment the long day through.

Beautiful feet are those that go On kindly ministries to and fro— Down lowliest ways, if God wills it so.

Beautiful shoulders are those that bear Ceaseless burdens of homely care, With patient grace and daily prayer.

Beautiful lives are those that bless— Silent rivers of happiness, Whose hidden fountains but few may guess.

Independent People.

By Christian Intelligencer

I have often been sorely tried by hearing it said of some one who was always hurting others' feelings by rude and unkind speeches, "I like——, she is so independent! always says right out just what she thinks! no deceit about her!" and the speaker evidently feels that a duty has been performed by the implied reproof administered to the victims of the aforesaid plain speaking, who do not say what they think of such independence. Do these plain-spoken people and their admirers ever think what the state of society would be, if all indulged in this perfect independence of speech? Can they not be made to understand that forbearing to express one's opinion is often as commendable as it is necessary. It is not deceit which leads polite people to speak some kindly word of praise where the "independent" would express disapproval. Something worthy of praise is almost always to be found if looked for, and encouragement is often more improving than criticism; and why not bestow these freely? There are many hearts to-day growing sad and bitter for the want of them. The best independence is to become "independent" of the mischievous habit of "speaking one's mind" without consideration for the feelings of others.—Christian Intelligencer.

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ITEMS OF NEWS.

-The famine fever is spreading in Ireland.

-A revolution has broken out in Buenos Ayres.

-There has been severe fighting at Buenos Ayres.

-A fast mail service from ocean to ocean is expected.

-Religious liberty is likely to be given to the Jews in Morocco.

-At Woodsdale, Butler Co., Ohio, a paper mill was burned; loss $80,000.

-Over 12,000,000 of shad have been planted in the Sacramento and San Joaquin rivers.

-June 23 the steam cordage company's storehouse in Elizabeth, N. J., was burned; loss, $75,000.

-The leading hotel in Dundee, Scotland, is furnished throughout with furniture made in Grand Rapids, Mich.

-A turquoise mine, the only one on the continent, closed since 1680, has lately been re-opened in New Mexico.

-The St. Gothard tunnel is in great danger of falling in. Engineers decide that its course must be changed.

-Dr. R. S. Storrs says we have most to fear the dry rot in the church, rather than the skepticism outside of it.

-There is some prospect that English capitalists will aid in the construction of the Canada Pacific Railroad.

-A fire in a small village near Bradford, Pa., consumed thirty-one buildings, including the post-office and four hotels.

-Reports from Berlin of June 22 say that near Breslau, Prussia, the rain fell with such violence as to destroy 105 houses and kill 56 persons.

-The Prohibition Party have a national ticket in the field—Neal Dow of Maine for President, and A. H. Thompson of Ohio for Vice President.

-An imperial ukase published at St. Petersburg, fixes the number of men to be enrolled in 1880 for the completion of the Russian army at 235,000.

-A lady in Titusville, Pa., died from kissing her father who had died of erysipelas, and her little daughter was expected to die from kissing her mother.

-The Attorney-General of Texas reports that there are in that State six thousand fugitives from justice, of whom one thousand are charged with murder.

-An anti-dueling association has been organized in South Carolina, with judge Kershaw as president. It proposes to prosecute all violators of the law against dueling.

-It was decided at the M. E. General Conference that the following question shall be asked to all candidates for the ministry: Will you wholly refrain from the use of tobacco?

-A storm near Neponset, Canada, June 21, did much damage. Five and a half inches of water fell in two hours, and for one hour hail, as large as walnuts, destroying small animals and grain.

-The government of France meets with difficulties in enforcing the decrees against unauthorized religious societies. All the judges and public prosecutors at the Court of Versailles have resigned.

-A stringent Sunday law in San Francisco applies only to bakers, who are relentlessly prosecuted if they make or furnish bread on Sunday. Of course liquor is dealt out freely on Sunday as usual.

-Suits have been commenced against ex-Governor Grover, now Senator of Oregon, and his associate officials, for swindling the State. There seems to be no doubt that this was a very corrupt administration.

-There seems to be no doubt that "the powers" consider it necessary to begin administration of the "sick man's" effects. And the Porte begins to realize that affected dignity will not avert speedy humiliation.

-The Examiner and Chronicle says the celebrated trial of Prof. Swing "taught thousands of Presbyterians how little they knew about doctrines to which they had subscribed, but by which they never had thought of living."

-Bradlaugh, the well known atheist, has been refused a seat in the House of Commons. He would not take an oath of office, lest he should appear to recognize the existence of God. His personal unpopularity probably had something to do with his rejection.

-General Hancock is the Democratic nominee for President. He was a good officer in the war, and has always been in the army. Whether he will be capable as a civil officer remains yet to be seen. Wm. H. English of Indiana is nominated for Vice President.

-There is a complete absence of security for life and property about Constantinople. Assassinations in and about Pera are of daily occurrence, and the assassins are permitted to escape. Some Turkish refugees have murdered an Armenian steward of Robert's College, in open day. Colonel Commeroff's assassin remains unpunished.

-The N. Y. Independent, in a notice of a warm discussion of Masonry in the General Synod of the reformed church says: "We do not mean hereby to defend Masonry, for we have no admiration for its system and we despise its pretended antiquities. It has never seemed to us wicked, but only, at worst, puerile. But good Christian people must not be denied all puerilities. Saints may be silly."

-General Fairchild, U. S. Minister at Madrid, has been instructed by the State Department at Washington to make an energetic protest against the conduct of the Spanish gunboat and revenue cutters in Spanish waters in molesting and otherwise interfering with American vessels. It has been determined by the Governments of the United States, Great Britain, and Germany, that these repeated aggressions by Spanish cruisers shall come to an end.

-Intelligence was received by the steamer Belgic, which arrived on Tuesday last, that the Chinese Government had concluded a contract with Messrs. Remington & Co. of Illion, N. Y., for the manufacture of 50,000 Winchester repeating rifles. The terms of the contract call for the speedy completion and delivery of the arms to the agents of the Chinese Government in this city. This is but one of several similar contracts recently made by the imperial Government, and the disposition displayed leads to the belief that the trouble between Russia and China has not entirely blown over.

CASE'S BIBLE ATLAS.

THIS Atlas contains the following list of maps:—

Distribution of Nations after the Deluge.
Gentile Countries, and Nations of the Old Testament.
The Exodus, or Journeyings of the Israelites from Egypt to Canaan.
Modern Egypt and Sinai (Physical).
Holy Land as allotted by Joshua to the Twelve Tribes of Israel.
Kingdoms of Judah and Israel.
United Kingdom of Saul, David, and Solomon.
Lands of the Jewish Captivities.
Plan of Ancient Jerusalem.
Solomon's Temple and the Tabernacle (Bird's-eye View).
Palestine in the time of our Lord.
Modern Palestine (Physical).
Sea of Galilee and Environs of Jerusalem.
St. Paul's Journeys.
Modern Jerusalem.
Prevailing Religions of the World.

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