knows of Life, and demonstrates what he understands.

God is recognized as the divine Principle of his being,

and of every thought and act leading to good. His pur-

pose must be right, though his power is temporarily lim- [10]

ited. Perfection, the goal of existence, is not won in a

moment; and regeneration leading thereto is gradual,

for it culminates in the fulfilment of this divine rule in

Science: “Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father

which is in heaven is perfect.” [15]

The last degree of regeneration rises into the rest of