"The Brothers, as already described, have an unconquerable objection to showing off. That the person who wishes Them to show off is an earnest seeker of truth, and not governed by mere idle curiosity, is nothing to the purpose. They do not want to attract candidates for initiation by an exhibition of wonders."
January 1, 1970
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