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I do not know which I would prefer—That in heaven, we should be Instantly made aware of all knowledge, Or that we might be left alone To finish studying by ourselves. The one seems as fantastic as the other.

When they first set off the bomb,They were not completely certain That the chain reaction would stop Before it had destroyed the whole world.But they gave it a whirl, and we may now infer,By the facts that I have sat … Continue reading →

If Satan were gone,We could then discoverWhether man were capableOf carrying on the wickednessPreviously learned from that masterWhile left to his own devicesIn his own place and timeAnd under his own Power and will.

He gave her a book, she saysBut she wouldn’t read it—Not really. She was some afraidShe might not likeWhat it said. But mostly, sheJust didn’t careThat much. And it was easierAnyway to pretendThat she already knewWhat it saidAnd loved it.

If we are determined to have an elected king,Then might we not elect a righteous oneFrom time to time—even by accident? This is the desperate hope of a society that Will not study itself into agreementOn the definition of righteousness. … Continue reading →

If children should be trained,Then let them be trainedNot only to shut a doorThat ought to be shut,But to do so without slamming it—For both are delights in a weary world.

Dear Reader,Let us have some fun while discussing important things.Jack I can tell you from experience— And I’ll just pause right here to let you know in advance (for those who’d rather have a heads-up about this sort of thing) … Continue reading →

I just did a search, and was amused with the results.

Dear Preacher, Would you please show your math?Sincerely,Jack

So many spend their livesAvoiding the questions—Swatting as if at gadfliesThat could have No conceivable purpose In a proper world. They prefer the peaceOf incuriosityTo the rigors of learningAs some prefer the chairTo the path.