On the contrary, he observes that to do this is one of the commonest mistakes made by the uninstructed.

He knows that argument is a foolish waste of energy, and therefore he declines to argue.

If anyone desires from him explanation or advice he is more than willing to give it, yet he has no sort of wish to convert anyone else to his own way of thinking.
In every relation of life this idea of helpfulness comes into play, not only with regard to his fellowmen but also in connection with the vast animal kingdom which surrounds him.

Units of this kingdom are often brought into close relation with man, and this is for him an opportunity of doing something for them.

The Theosophist recognizes that these are also his brothers, even though they may be younger brothers, and that he owes a fraternal duty to them also--so to act and so to think that his relation with them shall be always for their good and never for their harm.
Pre-eminently and above all, this Theosophy is to him a doctrine of common sense.