| The sense of touch is perceived through the medium of the skin, which represents the earth element, and is sensitive to cold and heat.The sense of taste is perceived through the medium of the tongue, which represents the water element; all salt, sour and sweet, pungent and bitter tastes are distinguished by it.The sense of smell is perceived through the medium of the nose, the channel of the breath, which alone can distinguish the odors and fragrances.The sense of hearing represents the air, and is perceived through the medium of the ears.The sense of sight represents ether, and is perceived through the medium of the eyes, which in this material body are the substitute of the soul. |
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