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John, xvi., 33. of mind, is an object so invaluable in itself, that there is no human being but what regards it as worthy of his most anxious toils and ardent pursuit Men may not be uniform in their ways to obtain it, yet, the desire to enjoy it, is implanted deeply in every bosom. But the great and important question is:—Where is it to be found? Is it to be found in the empty mirth and sinful pleasures of the world? So thinks the thoughtless and inexperienced youth who is anxious to be free from parental care and restraint, that he may