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I. IMITATION IS ONE OF THE GREAT CHARACTERISTICS OF THE HUMAN SPECIES. The same passion that impels us to society, impels us to take part with our companions in their interests and inclinations. Insensibly and without thought we fall into their customs and their manners; we adopt their sentiments, their passions, and even their foibles, and follow the same course as if we were actuated by the same spirit.

II. BY WHAT MEANS WE ARE TO KEEP OURSELVES FROM FOLLOWING A MULTITUDE TO DO EVIL.

1. Let us be early and firmly established in the principles of an holy faith. It is education chiefly that forms the human character; and it is a virtuous and religious education that forms the character.

2. Let us beware with what company we associate.

3. Let us acquire firmness and fortitude of mind.

(James Logan.)

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KJV: Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil; neither shalt thou speak in a cause to decline after many to wrest judgment:

WEB: "You shall not follow a crowd to do evil; neither shall you testify in court to side with a multitude to pervert justice;