things, and then the Mathematical element throughout the Universe, since all numbers are evolved from the ONE, and under certain methods of treatment will always resolve themselves again into it.

But the mathematical element is the element of Measurement, Proportion, and Relation. It is not the Living Life, but only the recognition of the proportional adjustments which the Life gives rise to. To balance the Mathematical element we require the Vital element, and this element finds its most perfect expression in that wonderful complex of Thought, Feeling, and Volition which we call Personality. The pillar Jachin is therefore balanced by the pillar Boaz, a name connected with the root of the word "awaz", or Voice.

Speech is the distinguishing characteristic of Personality. To clothe a conception in adequate language is to give it definition and thus make it clear to ourselves and to others. A distinct statement of our idea is the first step in the operation of consciously building it up into concrete existence, and therefore we find that in all the great religions of the race, the Divine Creative Power is spoken of as "the Word".

Expression of Purpose

Let us get away from all confused mysticism regarding this term. The formulated Word is the expression of a definite Purpose, and therefore it stands for the action of Intelligent Volition; and it is as showing the place which this factor holds in the evolutionary