But why are they in this state of suspense? 238

Though their system does not in the least require the hypothesis
of an immaterial element in consciousness 239

They see that the moral value of life does 239

The same reasons that will warrant their saying it _may_ exist,
will constrain them to say it _must_ 240

Physical science, with its proofs, can say nothing in the matter,
either as to will, immortality, or God 242

But, on the other hand, it will force us, if we believe in will, to
admit the reality of miracles 243

So far as science goes, morality and religion are both on the same
footing 243


CHAPTER X.

MORALITY AND NATURAL THEISM.


Supposing science not to be inconsistent with theism, may not
theism be inconsistent with morality? 247

It seems to be so; but it is no more so than is morality with
itself. Two difficulties common to both:--1st. The existence of