44: THE MEMBERS THEREOF MUST TAKE COUNSEL TOGETHER ...

The members thereof(30) must take counsel together in such wise that no

occasion for ill-feeling or discord may arise. This can be attained when

every member expresseth with absolute freedom his own opinion and setteth

forth his argument. Should anyone oppose, he must on no account feel hurt

for not until matters are fully discussed can the right way be revealed.

The shining spark of truth cometh forth only after the clash of differing

opinions. If after discussion, a decision be carried unanimously well and

good; but if, the Lord forbid, differences of opinion should arise, a

majority of voices must prevail.

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