Quote by George Meredith
It's past parsons to console us: No, nor no doctor fetch for me: I can die without my bolus; Two of a trade, lass, never agree! Parson and Doctor!--don't they love rarely Fighting the devil in other men's fields! Stand up yourself and match him fairly: Then see how the rascal yields!
Summary
In this quote, the speaker expresses their dissatisfaction with seeking comfort from both parsons (religious figures) and doctors. They sarcastically dismiss the idea that they need medication (bolus) to survive, implying that they can face death without any assistance. The phrase "Two of a trade, lass, never agree!" suggests that the parsons and doctors are undesirably similar and unhelpful in dealing with the devil or challenges in life. The speaker challenges others to stand up to the devil themselves, insinuating that only then will they realize how easily the demon can be defeated.