Article April 13, 1963 Issue

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[The words in this issue are related to the Lesson-Sermon in the Christian Science Quarterly designated to be read in Christian Science churches on April 21, 1963.]

Sin which doth so easily beset us (Hebr. 12:1)

The words "which doth so easily beset us" represent a single Greek term, meaning literally "well surrounded." While the exact meaning here is not entirely clear, commentators feel that because of the metaphors drawn from the running of a race to be found in this passage, sin is probably thought of as a tight garment which would greatly hinder running.

How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace (Isa. 52: 7)

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