131 Account of two Cutiese Priests. 152 "I now were destitute of the means of educa-vering with such velocity, literally You may rest assured that this uggorted, and hanging upon nothing, Derma Rama exclaimed, believe. what I never could before believe or comprehend: I see, I see that the earth is round: that it continues to turn round, and that it stands upon nothing!" I had at that time said nothing on the subject: but his good sense, from the principles before him, led him to form the analogy, and make the deduction. This was to them both, another proof of the being and government of an all-wise and all-powerful God. འ བ ་ ་ A ན in the must farect way to christianize The a dod, together The following Acrostics on the Names of these Priests, are intended to speak the present language of their hearts. Dawn by the lure of God's unbounded love, Mantras and Tantras* vanish! splendid lies! make. Heaven's light has shone, and points me to the cross: 1 seek the Saviour who has died for ALL; Now perish Budhoo's praises from my song; WESLEYAN MISSIONARY MEETINGS. Chester.-On Monday, the 5th of April, 1819, a Missionary Meeting was held at the Methodist Chapel, in the city of Chester, when a large and truly respectable company met together. The business of the day was introduced by public service at half-past ten. At two, a concourse of people again assembled. On this occasion, several excellent speeches were delivered, and a detailed account was given of the Missions, interspersed with lively anecdotes, and some singular narratives, which rendered the meeting highly interesting. The day was concluded with public service. On each occasion a collection was made for the support of the Missions; which, together with the sums collected on the preceding day, amounted to upwards of £123. Liverpool.-On the morning of Tuesday the 6th, at eleven o'clock, a Missionary Meeting was held in Brunswick Chapel, Liverpool. This spacious place was soon filled with a very respectable assembly, and many interesting speeches were delivered. Among the speakers, were two ministers of different denominations, who expressed their sentiments in a truly Christian spirit, deprecating the pernicious effects of bigotry, party interest and feeling, and signifying their ardent desires that the principles of the Gospel might be disseminated among the heathen. The day concluded with public service. On these occasions, and on the preceding sabbath, the collections in all the chapels amounted to upwards of £200. Warrington.-A Missionary Meeting held at Warrington, on Good Friday, was numerously and respectably attended. Much interest was evidently excited by the statements which were given. Persons of various denominations mixed in the congregations; and their satisfaction was attested by their readiness to assist in the general contributions. The sum collected, far exceeded the expectation that had been entertained. In Manchester, and in several other large towns, similar meetings have been held; and in all, the influence of a Missionary spirit has been decidedly conspicuous. In some few places, through the stagnation of trade, the scarcity of employment, and the con sequent poverty which prevails, the collections were not expected to be large. But, even under these inauspicious circumstances, the readiness manifested by the people, to assist in sending the Gospel to the heathen, produced a pleasing effect, while their united exertions more than equalled the success that had been anticipated. In It appears from the statements given in several of these meetings, that, generally speaking, the Methodist Missions throughout the world are in a flourishing condition. But few exceptions to the contrary appeared. the West Indies, the prejudices that had been entertained, seem evidently on the decline. Hence in many places, from the sobriety and good behaviour of the pious negroes, the planters have found an interest in promoting the Missionary instruction of their other slaves. In nearly all these meetings, the views of the speakers were principally turned towards those parts of the Eastern hemisphere, in which the exertions of the Missionaries have not been obstructed by legal impediments. Hence Ceylon presents an interesting scene; and the successes which have appeared, seem correspondent to the favourable circumstances under which the efforts to establish the Gospel have been made. A CURIOUS DISCOVERY RELATIVE TO THE FORMATION OF THE BRAIN. PROFESSOR MALACHARME, of Pavia, who has long employed himself on the comparative anatomy of the Brain, has found the corpus callosum and pineat gland in several birds. One discovery of importance he has made: this relates to the structure of the Brain, and its influence on the intellectual faculties. The lamina of the Brain he has observed to vary in number from 600 to 780; but in the brain of an idiot, he discovered only 324; and in that of a dumb person, only 362. Hence he infers, that the extent of the intellectual faculties is proportionate to the number of lamina in the Brain. C. Bonnet, of Geneva, whose correspondence with the Professor on this subject is published, admitting the premises, denies the conclusion; and supposes, that the number of lamina in the Brain is increased by the exercise of the intellectual faculties. Mr. Grunwald Journ. de Méd. "I now were destitute of the means of educa- | volving with such velocity, literally tion. You may rest assured that this unsupported, and hanging upon nothing, is the most direct way to christianize Dherma Rama exclaimed, this important and valuable island, believe, what I never could before bewhich not only from its situation, but lieve or comprehend: I see, I see that on many other accounts, will ever be the earth is round; that it continues a grand key to continental India. Of to turn round, and that it stands upon these schools, the grand patron and nothing!" I had at that time said benevolent supporter, Sir Alexander nothing on the subject: but his good Johnston, is now in England; ask him sense, from the principles before him, concerning their necessity and import- led him to form the analogy, and make ance: no man can feel for Ceylon the deduction. This was to them both, more than he does; and no man has another proof of the being and governlaboured more to promote the highest ment of an all-wise and all-powerful interests of that people. His zeal, in God. this respect, is unbounded; let us light our tapers at his lamp. 66 I have proceeded to a great length with this letter; and can only be jus"Before I conclude, I will mention tified by the importance of the subanother circumstance relative to our ject. Praying for the prosperity of priests, which though apparently sim-Zion, and the salvation of the whole ple in itself, has led to some important lost world, results. It is well known that in the Budhoo, and indeed Brahminical system of philosophy, the earth is a vastly "I am, your's truly, "ADAM CLARKE." The following Acrostics on the Names of these Priests, are intended to speak the present language of their hearts. Drawn by the lure of God's unbounded love, Refin'd delusions can no longer please, Mantras and Tantras* vanish! splendid lies! extended plain, ever at rest, and im- [Copied from the Wesleyan Missionary Notices.] moveable; founded on an equal extent of waters, and these upon air, which is itself either infinite, or founded on nothing! Over this prejudice, which has more serious consequences than you can well imagine, our poor priests could neither leap nor climb. A simple circumstance, the other day, has quite dissolved the fabric, and nearly annihilated this Cingalese world. My son educates some young gentlemen :-previously to the vacation, I gave them some lectures, and, among the rest, one on Magnetism. While describing the nature, properties, and action of the magnetic fluid, and illustrating the doctrines laid down by experiments, the priests were greatly delighted: a new world seemed literally to be opened to their view. They understand some little of our doctrine of gravitation, by which we endeavour to explain so many phenomena. The flying of the steel filings to the magnet, and there adhering in an erect posture, surprised and confounded them. The course of the magnetic fluid, together with the attractive and repulsive influence of the poles of the same magnet, did not less surprise them; but when I set the spinner in very quick motion, and presented to it the end of a magnetized steel bar, by which it was instantly attracted, because suspended, and turned round its own axis with great velocity, they were fixed with wonder. To see such a substance re My country, parents, gods, I too forsake; make. No more shall heathen rites my soul engross; cross: I seek the Saviour who has died for ALL; whole. Now perish Budhoo's praises from my song; Adieu, ye idols, CHRIST inspires my tongue. *Charms and Incantations. WESLEYAN MISSIONARY MEETINGS. Chester.-On Monday, the 5th of April, 1819, a Missionary Meeting was held at the Methodist Chapel, in the city of Chester, when a large and truly respectable company met together. The business of the day was introduced by public service at half-past ten. At two, a concourse of people again assembled. On this occasion, several excellent speeches were delivered, and a detailed account was given of the Missions, interspersed with lively anecdotes, and some singular narratives, which rendered the meeting highly interesting. The day was concluded with public service. On each occasion a collection was made for the support of the Missions; which, together with the sums collected on the preceding day, amounted to upwards of £123. sequent poverty which prevails, the collections were not expected to be large. But, even under these inauspicious circumstances, the readiness manifested by the people, to assist in sending the Gospel to the heathen, produced a pleasing effect, while their united exertions more than equalled the success that had been anticipated. In It appears from the statements given in several of these meetings, that, generally speaking, the Methodist Missions throughout the world are in a flourishing condition. But few exceptions to the contrary appeared. the West Indies, the prejudices that had been entertained, seem evidently on the decline. Hence in many places, from the sobriety and good behaviour of the pious negroes, the planters have found an interest in promoting the Missionary instruction of their other slaves. In nearly all these meetings, the views of the speakers were principally turned towards those parts of the Eastern hemisphere, in which the exertions of the Missionaries have not been obstructed by legal impediments. Hence Ceylon presents an interesting scene; and the successes which have appeared, seem correspondent to the favourable circumstances under which the efforts to establish the Gospel have been made. THE FORMATION OF THE BRAIN. Liverpool.-On the morning of Tuesday thế 6th, at eleven o'clock, a Missionary Meeting was held in Brunswick Chapel, Liverpool. This spacious place was soon filled with a very respectable assembly, and many interesting speeches were delivered. Among the speakers, were two ministers of different denominations, who expressed their sentiments in a truly Christian spirit, deprecating, the pernicious effects of bigotry, party interest and feeling, and signifying their ardent desires that the principles A CURIOUS DISCOVERY RELATIVE TO of the Gospel might be disseminated among the heathen. The day con- PROFESSOR MALACHARME, of Pavia, cluded with public service. On these who has long employed himself on the occasions, and on the preceding sab-comparative anatomy of the Brain, has bath, the collections in all the chapels amounted to upwards of £200. Warrington.-A Missionary Meeting held at Warrington, on Good Friday, was numerously and respectably attended. Much interest was evidently excited by the statements which were given. Persons of various denominations mixed in the congregations; and their satisfaction was attested by their readiness to assist in the general contributions. The sum collected, far exceeded the expectation that had been entertained. In Manchester, and in several other large towns, similar meetings have been held; and in all, the influence of a Missionary spirit has been decidedly conspicuous. In some few places, through the stagnation of trade, the scarcity of employment, and the con found the corpus callosum and pineat gland in several birds. One discovery of importance he has made: this relates to the structure of the Brain, and its influence on the intellectual faculties. The lamina of the Brain he has observed to vary in number from 600 to 780; but in the brain of an idiot, he discovered only 324; and in that of a dumb person, only 362. Hence he infers, that the extent of the intellectual faculties is proportionate to the number of lamina in the Brain. Mr. C. Bonnet, of Geneva, whose correspondence with the Professor on this subject is published, admitting the premises, denies the conclusion; and supposes, that the number of lamina in the Brain is increased by the exercise of the intellectual faculties. Grunwald Journ, de Méd. "I now were destitute of the means of educa- | volving with such velocity, literally tion. You may rest assured that this unsupported, and hanging upon nothing, is the most direct way to christianize Dherma Rama exclaimed, this important and valuable island, believe, what I never could before bewhich not only from its situation, but | lieve or comprehend: I see, I see that on many other accounts, will ever be the earth is round; that it continues a grand key to continental India. Of to turn round, and that it stands upon these schools, the grand patron and nothing!" I had at that time said benevolent supporter, Sir Alexander nothing on the subject: but his good Johnston, is now in England; ask him sense, from the principles before him, concerning their necessity and import- led him to form the analogy, and make ance: no man can feel for Ceylon the deduction. This was to them both, more than he does; and no man has another proof of the being and governlaboured more to promote the highest ment of an all-wise and all-powerful interests of that people. His zeal, in God. this respect, is unbounded; let us light our tapers at his lamp. "I have proceeded to a great length with this letter; and can only be justified by the importance of the subject. Praying for the prosperity of Zion, and the salvation of the whole lost world, "I am, your's truly, 'ADAM CLARKE.” The following Acrostics on the Names of these Priests, are intended to speak the present language of their hearts. Drawn by the lure of God's unbounded love, And seek the God of gods, my ills to cure. Refin'd delusions can no longer please, "Before I conclude, I will mention another circumstance relative to our priests, which though apparently simple in itself, has led to some important results. It is well known that in the Budhoo, and indeed Brahminical system of philosophy, the earth is a vastly extended plain, ever at rest, and im- [Copied from the Wesleyan Missionary Notices.] moveable; founded on an equal extent of waters, and these upon air, which is itself either infinite, or founded on nothing! Over this prejudice, which has more serious consequences than you can well imagine, our poor priests could neither leap nor climb. A simple circumstance, the other day; has quite dissolved the fabric, and nearly annihilated this Cingalese world. My son educates some young gentlemen :-previously to the vacation, I gave them some lectures, and, among the rest, one on Magnetism. While describing the nature, properties, and action of the magnetic fluid, and illustrating the doctrines laid down by experiments, the priests were greatly delighted: a new world seemed literally to be opened to their view. They understand some little of our doctrine of gravitation, by which we endeavour to explain so many phenomena. The flying of the steel filings to the magnet, and there adhering in an erect posture, surprised and confounded them. The course of the magnetic fluid, together with the attractive and repulsive influence of the poles of the same magnet, did not less surprise them; but when I set the spinner in very quick motion, and presented to it the end of a magnetized steel bar, by which it was instantly attracted, because suspended, and turned round its own axis with great velocity, they were fixed with wonder. To see such a substance re Mantras and Tantras* vanish! splendid lies! And Ceylon's mists give place to purer skies! My country, parents, góds, I too forsake; Urg'd by Christ's love, to Christ my offerings make. No more shall heathen rites my soul engross; I cross: seek the Saviour who has died for ALL; Renounce my errors at his gracious call, Now perish Budhoo's praises from my song; |