Article January 25, 1936 Issue

Intelligence

HERBERT ERNEST EVANS

The term "intelligence," it is generally assumed, refers to the possession by an individual of certain mental qualities that enable him to accomplish things not otherwise possible. By education, it is held, these innate powers may be further developed and enlarged, but it is said that no amount of training will produce any ability not already innately possessed by an individual. Such is the usual theory of mental capacity, and it holds out but little hope for the race as a whole.

What a mockery to think of intelligence in terms of what is called brain power, and what a vast difference between such a mistaken theory and the grand truths of Christian Science, bringing joy and power within reach of all humanity!

Mrs. Eddy has defined "intelligence" as "substance; selfexistent and eternal Mind; that which is never unconscious nor limited" (Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, p. 588). Only as we "pray for that Mind to be in us which was also in Christ Jesus" (ibid., p. 497) do we begin to realize the source of true intelligence and capacity.

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