The Jabalites .... They worship no god; and if we in goodness of heart do send a missionary to show them the way of life, they listen with respect to all he hath to say, and then they eat him. This doth tend to hinder the spread of light.

Summary

This quote implies that the Jabalites are a tribal group who do not adhere to any particular religious beliefs. When missionaries are sent to enlighten them, they are receptive and attentive to the teachings. However, rather than promoting the spread of knowledge and understanding, the Jabalites consume these missionaries. This poetic statement emphasizes how this brutal act inhibits the progress of enlightenment and obstructs the dissemination of ideas and information among the Jabalites.

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