Sne,—The correspondence on the article of Dr. Matthews is chiefly
concerned with definition of Pacificism. Yet, surely, the statement cf the Archbishops has to do with Christian Pacificisrn ; and something may be said in support of the position they take. Christianity is a way of life, and human affairs are not conducted on a Christian basis: Christianity also envisages a goal, and there is need of those who re- mind a generation immersed in war of the Divine intervention and its intention. The expression of this purpose : On earth peace, good- will toward men," has suffered in the hands of realists and has become: " On earth peace among men in whom He is well pleased." Yet the simpler, though more difficult reading must be true. War cannot possibly be the permanent heritage of man. Thus it may be that those who are sure of the joy of the goal may do good service for God and humanity by declaring the faith that is in them, even in such days as
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