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In a letter signed by a physician the teachings of Christian Science...
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In a letter signed by a physician the teachings of Christian Science are alluded to as "illogical, contradictory, and absurd." While the writer of the letter apparently wishes to speak kindly of Christian Science, he seems unable to resist displaying some of the dogmatism which he admits is a feature of the medical profession. The time has happily passed when the teachings of Christian Science can be summarily dismissed by a wave of the hand, even though the hand may be that of a physician. In the present case, of course, what the doctor means is that from his point of view these teachings are what he has stated.
But then, one would hardly expect a physician, educated to treat the sick on a material basis, to indorse Christian Science, which heals upon an entirely spiritual basis. From his materialistic standpoint, Christian Science would naturally appear illogical and absurd; but it is to be noted that at the same time he deplores the extent of materialism in his own profession, so there is still the hope that, as he reaches out for something better than matter or the human mind has to offer, he may come to view the purely spiritual teachings of Christian Science with less disfavor and more intelligent appreciation.

January 18, 1919 issue
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Waking Hours
LOUISE KNIGHT WHEATLEY
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Truth the Basis of True Knowledge
MARY E. SIMPSON
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Moods
ALFRED F. GOODMAN
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Sacrifice not Loss
HENRY M. CALDWELL
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Guided by Mind
MINNIE A. GALT
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Encouragement
MARGARET HAWHE WRIGHT
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Communion
PEARLE M. WARREN
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The Mirage Disappears
William P. McKenzie
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True Patience
William D. McCrackan
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Symmetry
Annie M. Knott
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The Lectures
with contributions from George C. Bond, Burton R. Cole, Ezra W. Palmer, Robert E. Buffum
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It is with a feeling of deep gratitude for all the help I...
Douglas V. M. Tozer
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A deep sense of gratitude prompts me to tell of the...
R. C. Bollinger
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I wish to testify to the great benefits I have received...
E. Maude Squires
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For some time I have intended to send in a testimony of...
Elizabeth C. Campbell
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From a heart overflowing with gratitude for the many...
Augusta P. Whitman
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I came to Christian Science, not for physical healing,...
Phyllis Harley
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Nine years ago Christian Science healed me of ailments...
Ida M. Atkinson
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It is with a deep sense of gratitude for Christian Science...
Ernest H. Booksieker
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"Father, I thank thee that thou hast heard me...
Geda Ellermeyer
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To say that I am grateful for Christian Science does not...
Bertha C. Marable
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Signs of the Times
with contributions from A. O. Freel