The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-12-28

General Survey-With the exception of two lessons our studies during the quarter have been in portions of the his- tory of Israel in Egypt Two great leaders have been conspicuous, Joseph and Moses, both the saviouEs of their people. One led Israel into Egypt, the other led Israel out. Both manifested high qualities of statesmanship and showed what the race could produce. They were men for their times. they could not have exchanged places The work of each fitted into the Divine plan in advancing the posterity of Abraham to \ its appointed destiny.
 X First Lesson. Oct. 6.-Jospeh sold into Egypt Ger. xxxvii, 12-36. The youngest of Jacobs sons was sent by his father to learn of the welfare of the shepherd brothers tending the hocks in Shechem. By this kindly act he was put in the power of those who hated him because Of a fathers love. Envy prompted murder which was averted only to give place to bondage, Ismaelitish tradesnen carry him into Egypt. The beautiful coat dip ped in the blood of a goat, was made to represent falsehood to the grief stricken father.
 Second Lessen. Oct. 13.-Jospeh in prison. Gen. xxxix. 20 to xl 15. The in- nocent and virtuous young man falls victim to licentious woman's hate, but finds favor with his keeper through the mercy of God. Appointed to service he proves himself trustworthy. In his new position he exercises his gifts which God gave him to interpret dreams by which a fellow prisoner is made to know his fate Seizing the opportunity he recites his history, pleads his innocence, and urges kindly treatment and remem- berance.
 Third Lesson Oct. 20.-Jospeh exalted, Gen. xii, 3S-49. Pharaoh brought Joseph out of prison to interpret a dream. Pleas ed with the young mans word and spirit he appointed him to make ready for the famine which was predicted. Joseph was set over all the land of Egypt with absolute authority over the people. The signet ring was Sven to him for the execution Of state affairs. He was made to ride in a chariot and all the people bowed before him. During seven years of plenty he gathered vast stores of grain. and laid them up in the granarei of the great cities.
 Fourth Lesson Oct. 27.-Joseph and his Brethren. Gen. xiv, Ills. In the time of famine the sons of Jacob came twice into Egypt to buy corn. Our lesson des- cribes their interview with Joseph on their second visit. At that time he was at the height of his power and they sup posed he was an Egyptian prince. But he recognized them and made himself known to them. He a!lsyed their fears which naturally arose on considering their evil conduct and assured them that God had ordered for the good of Israel, and ended by saying that the household should be brought into Egypt.
 Fifth Lesson. Nov. 3.-Death of Joseph Gen. 1, l5-z6, After Jacob passed away Joseph's brethren feared that he would punish them for their wrong doings When they sought forgiveness he treated them with great consideration The re- conciliation was complete. At the age of one hundred and ten years Joseph died, being permitted to see his great grand children. Before death he called his brethren and eXacted a pledge that on returning to Canaan they would carry up his bones for burial, a pledge which was faithfully kept.
 Sixth Lesson. Nov. lO.-Israel oppress- ed in Egypt. Elk. i. 1-1A Joseph was the guardian of his people. After his death they were regarded with suspicion by the king who did not know him. As their numbers had greatly increased it