among metaphysicians.—A thing is said to be absolutely *indivisible* that is a simple being, and consists of no parts into which it may be divided.

Thus, God is *indivisible* in all respects; as is also the human mind; not having extension, or other properties of body.

**Indivisibles**, in *Geometry*, the elements or principles into which any body or figure may be ultimately resolved; which elements are supposed to be infinitely small; thus, a line may be said to consist of points, a surface of parallel lines, and a solid of parallel and similar surfaces.

**Indorsement**, in *Law*, any thing written on the back of a deed; as a receipt for money received.

There is likewise an *indorsement*, by way of assignment, on bills of exchange and notes of hand; which is done by writing a person's name on the back thereof.

**Indostan**, or Hindostan, Proper India, or the Empire of the Great Mogul. See Hindostan.

**Induction**, in Logic and Rhetoric, a consequence drawn from several propositions or principles first laid down. See Logic; and Oratory, No. 32.

**Induction**, in Law, is putting a clerk or clergyman in possession of a benefice or living to which he is collated or presented. See the article Parson.