Why should we make account of time, or of magnitude, or of figure? The soul knows how to play with them as a young child plays with graybeards and in churches.

Summary

This quote suggests that concepts such as time, magnitude, and figure are insignificant and unnecessary to the soul. It highlights the idea that the soul is able to transcend and go beyond the limitations and constraints imposed by these notions. The comparison to a young child playing with graybeards (old men) and in churches signifies the soul's ability to contemplate and navigate these concepts without being restricted or dominated by them. It implies that the soul possesses a sense of freedom and playfulness when engaging with abstract ideas.

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