Quote by James Merrill

And, as I have said, it's made me think twice about the imagination. If the spirits aren't external, how astonishing the mediums become! Victor Hugo said of his voices that they were like his own mental powers multiplied by five.

And, as I have said, it's made me think twice about the imag

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This quote highlights the profound impact that the concept of spirits and mediums can have on one's perception of imagination. The remark suggests that if spirits do not exist externally, the abilities of mediums to communicate with them become even more remarkable. Victor Hugo's comparison of his voices to his own mental powers multiplied by five further emphasizes the extraordinary nature of such experiences. Overall, this quote provokes reflection on the complex relationship between imagination, spiritual beliefs, and the astonishing capabilities of the human mind.

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