Introduction.

IX. ON MERCY.

Carry no principle too far; justice

must be tempered with mercy.

1. We all require mercy, and therefore should exercise it.

2. It has a powerful influence-binds others to us.

3. A certain proof of goodness of disposition.

4. Shown in our judgment of character, in our conduct towards animals, &c.

5. It assists in reforming the wicked.

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6. Shakspere's beautiful lines in the 'Merchant of Venice: The quality of mercy is not strained,' &c.

7. It fosters all the affections of our nature, softens bad and violent passions.

8. Concluding remarks.

X. ON CHARITY.

Introduction. Various classes of virtues-cardinal, social, &c. (explain).

1. Many words used in too confined a sense; the extensive application of the word 'charity.'

2. Alms-giving-assistance to the needy-consolation to the afflicted.

3. Difference between an active and a passive charity -make allowances for human imperfections.

4. Be not inclined to think ill.

5. The effects of the exercise of charity on ourselves and others.

6. To what faults or qualities is charity opposed?

7. Many charitable in one sense-not in another— what is the test?

8. Conclusion. Cultivate the feeling in every sense

-the wider our charity, the greater our sympathy.

XI. ON REVENGE.

Introduction. What feelings elevate, and what degrade the moral character.

1. How indignation differs from revenge.

2. Upon what grounds we may argue against revenge - produces dissatisfaction - barbarous unchristian.

3. A proof of a little and weak mind.

4. The noblest revenge-to return good for evil. 5. The effects of this pasion-historically.

6. The discord and enmity it perpetuates.-Italian.Corsican.

7. Cause of misery and unhappiness in private life.

8. Conclusion.

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Motives for forgiveness all im

XII. ON FEAR.

Introduction. Great variety of temperament—some born with qualities which others must acquire-men naturally bolder than women.

1. The inconveniences and disadvantages of fear.
2. Useful in making us provide against difficulties.
3. Difference between a wholesome and a silly fear.
4. Can a coward become brave?

5. The necessity to overcome violent fear.

6. The effects of a panic among soldiers.

7. The wicked tormented with fears; the virtuous brave.

8. Conclusion. Motives for resisting the influence of

fear.

INTELLECTUAL SUBJECTS.

I. ON KNOWLEDGE.

Introduction. Man intellectual (explain); information gained from many sources (enumerate).

1. No sort of knowledge to be despised.

2. Some of a higher order-labour of intellect required.

3. Knowledge should be communicated and made practical.

4. The influence it gives to its possessor. ('Know¬ ledge is power.")

5. 'Those that think must govern those that toil.' 6. What knowledge has done for mankind.

7. A natural desire to discover inherent in man.

8. Conclusion. Incentives to the acquisition of knowledge.

II. ON ORDER.

Introduction. A natural law; always worthy of imitation.

1. In what order consists: system, method, arrange

ment.

2. Found in all parts of nature-an essential ingredient day, night, the seasons, &c.

3. This is to be imitated; arrangement assists the understanding; method facilitates the acquisition of knowledge (give cases).

4. The effects of personal order; it affects all our affairs; books, studies, dress, occupations, &c.

5. Order produces a great saving of time (explain). 6. Show the effects of disorder in external things. 7. Irregularity produces impatience, irritability, dislike for learning, &c.

8. Conclusion. Motives for being orderly-time gained -progress made, &c.

III. ON MATHEMATICS.

Introduction. Different uses of different studies; some strengthen the reasoning powers, some cultivate the taste (explain).

1. To which class do mathematics belong?

2. Effects of mathematical study-induces habit of thought.

3. Prepares the mind for reasoning on practical

matters.

4. Makes us cautious in receiving as true what cannot be proved.

5. A remedy against credulity; modifies an impulsive

nature.

6. Practically useful in all sciences; astronomy, chemistry, engineering, &c.

7. Assists us to argue clearly.

8. Conclusion. The most satisfactory of all studies; admits of no difference of opinion.

IV. ON REASONING.

Introduction. Difference between human beings and the lower animals. Principles of action.

1. What is understood by reasoning?

2. Are there any truths which do not require proof? 3. What effect has this study on the mind?

4. Show how this effect is communicated to others. 5. State some of the various ways in which correct reasoning may be found useful.

6. Mention some of the forms of argument, and explain them.

7. What should be the great object of the exercise of our reasoning powers

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8. Conclusion. How ought we to estimate this privilege -avoid its abuse? &c.

Introduction.

V. ON ATTENTION.

The various intellectual faculties-for

what purpose given (enumerate and explain).

1. What is attention, and how is it employed? 2. Indispensable to the acquisition of knowledge. 3. Show the necessary consequences of inattention. 4. Memory depends mainly on the exertion of attention. 5. Attention a habit that must be acquired; otherwise...

6. Easily practised upon common objects; daily observation, &c.

7. All great men have been remarkable for their strength of memory; this acquired by attention.

8. Conclusion. Take an interest in a pursuit, and you attention.

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