(4) To show how closely the Old Testament is related to the life of to-day and how it helps to answer the pressing questions now confronting the nations. (5) To lead strong men to think through our national, social and individual problems, and to utilize fearlessly and practically the constructive results of modern method and research in the fields of both science and religion. THE PLAN OF WORK. These studies are planned to meet the needs of college students and adult Bible classes. Those who are able to command more time and wish to do more thorough work will find in the list of _Parallel Readings_ on the first page of each study carefully selected references to the best authorities on the subject treated. For their guidance are also provided _Subjects for 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.