The History and Operation of Cedarville College

15 Christian education "would lead students through the halls of classical culture to know the 'holiness of beauty' and also conduct them along the hills of Palestine to know the 'beauty of holiness'. "It would trace the course of human history and also chart the ways of Divine Providence. 11 "It would introduce students to great systems of philosophy and also acquaint them with Divine wisdom, 11 "It would open to students the literature of the Nations and preeminently magnify the Book of Books with its truths. 11 "It would teach a number of languages and also show the ser- vice of languages in transmitting religious truth. 11 11 It would lay bare the mysteries of earth, sky, cells and structures, and also point to the Architect of the Universe and the Giver of Life. 11 ' 1 It would train in the making of ideal earthly homes and also prepare for the eternal abodes of life. 11 11 It would acquaint students with the tenets of all religions and especially promote adherence to the Christian religion and loyalty to Jesus Christ. 11 9 c) Changing Purposes of Cedarville College. In the first catalog published by the college in 1896-97, the purpose of the college is stated: "Its purpose is to secure a high modern form of classical, philosophical, and Christian education under careful supervision, 9Martin Hegland, Christianity in Education, {Harper Brothers Publishing Company, 1959)