26 MARCH 1954, Page 14

SIR,--I must be one among many who fail to sec

how Mr. Charles Morgan can reconcile his Christian principles with the view that, although the Burning Glass might be used to destroy his fellow mortals, it should not be employed for their benefit.

He is enjoined to " feed the hungry and clothe the naked." Surely there are still enough people in the world whose standard of living falls sufficiently below his own to require him to do his utmost for their material welfare 7—Yours faithfully,