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attends it; and by means of the present im-
pression and easy transition must conceive that
idea in a stronger and more lively manner, than
we do any loose floating image of the fancy.
But let us next suppose, that a mere idea alone,
without any of this curious and almost arti-
ficial preparation, should frequently make its
appearance in the mind, this idea must by de-
grees acquire a facility and force; and both by
its firm hold and easy introduction distinguish
itself from any new and unusual idea. This is
the only particular, in which these two kinds of
custom agree; and if it appear, that their effects
on the judgment, are similar and proportion-
able, we may certainly conclude, that the fore-
going explication of that faculty is satisfactory.
But can we doubt of this agreement in their in-
fluence on the judgment, when we consider the
nature and effects Ofeducation?