Brinton introduces this pamplet with: "The following essay is a supplement to my former statement on the cosmological significance of George Fox's philosophy, The Religion of George Fox (Pendle Hill pamphlet 161). That philosophy is derived directly from the New Testament. It was in fact the philosophy of early Christianity, at least of that part which was influenced by Hellenic thought. It is a simple, elemental philosophy easily understood by any Christian, containing no metaphysical subtleties."

"The Kingdom of Heaven, if it is to begin on earth must begin some time somewhere, so why not with the individual who has adopted its ethical code? Generally speaking this has been regarded as dangerous and even fatal, or at least impractical. This essay is intended to show that in the long run it is practical, for if the Christ spirit, which is exhibited most clearly in Jesus of Nazareth, is the Creator, then reconciliation is God's method of creation and marks the survival of the fittest throughout all life."

Brinton melds evolution and religion into an outstanding unified vision, and his observations speak to Quakers and others even today. A master of aphorism, Brinton's pamphlet is rich in observations like "Without time eternity would be beyond our grasp, and without eternity time would be too limited to require our reverence and worship."

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