Quote by John Ruskin

You might sooner get lightning out of incense smoke than true action or passion out of your modern English religion.

You might sooner get lightning out of incense smoke than tru

Summary

This quote suggests that contemporary English religion lacks genuine action and passion. It uses the metaphor of trying to extract lightning from incense smoke, emphasizing the fruitlessness of expecting real fervency or genuine engagement from the current religious practices. The quote critiques the perceived superficiality and lack of sincerity in modern English religious practices, implying that they may not inspire or bring about profound spiritual experiences or transformative actions.

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