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LET the given Line be H K, to which let it be required to draw a parallel Line, which shall pass through the Point L.— First, take in your Compasses the distance K L, and setting one foot of the Compasses in
H, with the other describe the Arch M M.—Secondly, take the Line H K in your Compasses, and setting one foot in the given Point L, with the other cross the Arch M M in the Point O. So a Line drawn from L to O shall be paral∣lel to the given Line H K, and shall pass through the Point L.