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...translation of the Talmud is well worth while From it, information is obtained in regard to astronomy and botany, and we see the extensive knowledge which the Jewish rabbis and philosophers must have had in regard to our more modern sciences. But by far the greatest result of this research has been the light it has thrown upon the writings of the New Testament. It is only by use of the Talmud that we are capable of understanding the New Testament, or can intelligently appreciate the later Biblical writings...
...that the analogy is a true one, but we have nevertheless lost sight of its application in modern times. The past century has been remarkable for research and achievements in every branch of science and art. At present, however, the trend of thought is turning, and the prospects were never brighter for a restoration of religion to its true place...
...staff is giving considerable attention to completing the Synoptical Flora of North America, begun by Dr. Gray, and now being edited by Professor Benjamin L. Robinson. The usual amount of research work is in progress. Among those engaged in it are Professor Piper, of the Washington Agricultural College, and Professor Henderson of the Iowa Agricultural College, who are here on leave of absence, to study the type specimens of western plants in the Herbarium collection...
...three elements of modern civilization law is recognized as being unquestionably identified with Rome, literature with Athens, and religion with Palestine. In active pursuance of the conviction that actual research from original sources is one of the best methods of attaining the greatest knowledge of the beginnings and development of civilization, American schools for study and research have already been successfully established and maintained in Rome and Athens...
...immediate establishment and successful maintenance of the school a fund of at least $100,000 is necessary. This will cover the erection and equipment of a suitable building, the purchase of a library, the salary of a resident director, and the prosecution of vacation tours of exploration and research. It is also hoped that a fund for fellowships yielding at least $500 each a year may be secured...