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On the billboard at theMetz Cathedral from 27-29th of May, 1863 was a brochure that was posted by Rev. Father Letierce. This brochure was refuted by a Spiritist of Metz which addressed the assertions in the brochure about the about the Spiritist madness.[1]
Although we don’t know the person that authored the brochure, we can say that it is the work of an enlightened and sincere Spiritist. We are glad to see Spiritist defended by such skillful hands that are able to ally the strength of reasoning to moderation, the hallmark of true power.
The arguments of the adversaries are combated there with a logic that we cannot envisage its counterpart for there is only one serious logic which is the one that leaves no room for counter argument. We think that the author’s is in that category. It is certain that, right or wrong, one can always respond for there are some people to whom one cannot say the last word even when trying to tell them that there is sunshine at noon. But these are not the ones to be silenced. Never mind if they are convinced or not of their mistakes. These are not the ones addressed by us either but the public, the judge in last instance of the good and bad causes. There is a sound judgement in the Spirit of the masses that may fail individuals alone but whose whole is like the resultant of the intellectual forces and common sense.
The aforementioned brochure, in our opinion, unites the advantages of depth and form, that is, it provides precision and elegance of the style to the fairness of reason. This combination can never spoil anything and makes the reading of any text easier and more attractive. We don’t doubt that this book will be welcomed by the Spiritists with the deserved sympathy. We do recommend it with every confidence and without restrictions. Contributing to its expansion you will do service to the cause.
[1] Brochure in-12, price 1 franc, by mail 1.1 franc. Paris, Didier Quais des Augustins, 35; Ledoyen, Palais Royal, Metz; Linden, Rue Pierre-Hardie, 1
Although we don’t know the person that authored the brochure, we can say that it is the work of an enlightened and sincere Spiritist. We are glad to see Spiritist defended by such skillful hands that are able to ally the strength of reasoning to moderation, the hallmark of true power.
The arguments of the adversaries are combated there with a logic that we cannot envisage its counterpart for there is only one serious logic which is the one that leaves no room for counter argument. We think that the author’s is in that category. It is certain that, right or wrong, one can always respond for there are some people to whom one cannot say the last word even when trying to tell them that there is sunshine at noon. But these are not the ones to be silenced. Never mind if they are convinced or not of their mistakes. These are not the ones addressed by us either but the public, the judge in last instance of the good and bad causes. There is a sound judgement in the Spirit of the masses that may fail individuals alone but whose whole is like the resultant of the intellectual forces and common sense.
The aforementioned brochure, in our opinion, unites the advantages of depth and form, that is, it provides precision and elegance of the style to the fairness of reason. This combination can never spoil anything and makes the reading of any text easier and more attractive. We don’t doubt that this book will be welcomed by the Spiritists with the deserved sympathy. We do recommend it with every confidence and without restrictions. Contributing to its expansion you will do service to the cause.
[1] Brochure in-12, price 1 franc, by mail 1.1 franc. Paris, Didier Quais des Augustins, 35; Ledoyen, Palais Royal, Metz; Linden, Rue Pierre-Hardie, 1