It might hold up the loftiest ideal of conduct; it might revive the ancient gods in new spiritual power; it might strive to fill the interval between the remote Infinite Spirit and the life of man with a host of Mediating and succouring powers.
"Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius"
Samuel Dill
These Mediating spirits were also made in Plutarch's theology to furnish an explanation of oracles and all forms of prophecy, of the inspired enthusiasm of artist, sage, and poet.
"Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius"
Samuel Dill
If my beloved and I can meet, and make up without the Mediating of this worthy gentleman, it will be so much the better.
"Clarissa, Volume 5 (of 9)"
Samuel Richardson