That strong instinct of subjection, of homage, which he shows in his hero-worship, is a most valuable tool in the hands of the teacher who is seeking to lead him into greater fullness of life.

Yet the range over which we seek material for his admiration is often deplorably narrow.

We have behind us a great spiritual history, which shows the highest faculties of the soul in action: the power and the happiness they bring.

Do we take enough notice of it?
What about our English saints?
I mean the real saints, not the official ones.

Not St.George and St.Alban, about whom we know practically nothing: but, for instance, Lancelot Andrewes, John Wesley, Elizabeth Fry, about whom we know a great deal.