Spiritual Experiences (Odhner) n. 1046

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1046. I also smelled another odor, namely that of bread, either baked or toasted. This odor symbolizes those who work hard at being eloquent in various ways, and who nevertheless present truths; so they are influenced at the same time by a desire for admiration. It was the odor of bread, because bread symbolizes truth and good. So this odor varies according to the genius of each, even to a great number.


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