The Christian missionary may preach the gospel to the poor naked heathen, but the spiritual heathen who populate Europe have as yet heard nothing of Christianity.

Summary

This quote suggests that although Christian missionaries may go out to impoverished regions to spread the teachings of Christianity, the people in developed countries like Europe are spiritually unaware of its message. It implies that despite being physically well-off, these individuals lack a deep understanding of Christianity and may require the same kind of spiritual guidance as those they consider "heathens." This quote underscores the need for missionary work within one's own community and challenges the assumption that only impoverished societies are in need of spiritual enlightenment.

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