INTRODUCTION 15 



however, that all the parts of the body are united together 

 with wonderful sympathy, so that one part cannot be injured 

 and other parts not suffer damage. It is further evident that 

 all organs are not equally important in carrying on the work 

 of Life ; for some may temporarily suspend their action, with- 

 out serious results to the system, while others must never 

 cease from acting. Yet there is nothing superfluous or with- 

 out aim in our frames, and no part or organ can suffer harm 

 without actual loss to the general bodily health. On this 

 point Science and Holy Writ strictly agree. 



