We are obliged, therefore, to say that whoever speaks that which is foreign to religion is using many words, while he who speaks the words of truth, even should he go over the whole field and omit nothing, is always speaking the one word.

Summary

This quote suggests that those who talk about matters unrelated to religion often use excessive words, while those who speak the truth, even if they cover various topics extensively, are focused on a singular, essential message. It implies that the essence of truth is concise and straightforward, whereas discussions outside of religious matters tend to be verbose. The quote emphasizes the importance of conveying the truth with simplicity and brevity.

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