which he and his predecessors were exposed a few short years ago. But the missionary-to-day, as Mr. Hattersley indicates, has to face other difficulties which are no less anxious to one whose whole heart is in the work. British administration has broken down the old restraints, and individual freedom of action prevails as never before. At the same time there is an in-rush of new influences from Europe and from India, which are often in direct antagonism to those of the missionary. The Christian Church is thus passing through a time of sifting and trial, and there seems a special call now for unwavering faith in the power of prayer and in the assured triumph of the Grace of God.
To meet the new circumstances, it is obvious that one of the most important objects to be kept in view must be the imparting of sound education. Elementary schools have already done a noble work,
