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They are slow to take a salutary spiritual potion, unless it be seasoned with an intellectual flavouring.
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The quote says that people are reluctant to accept spiritual guidance, even when it would benefit them, unless it is presented with ideas that appeal to the intellect. “Potion” and “seasoned” are metaphors: spiritual teaching is treated like something consumed, made more acceptable by adding intellectual interest.
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