Ernst and Falk: Dialogues for Freemasons (1781) - Page 10

to draw. — The people have long been parched and are perishing from thirst. —
The author concludes the metaphor established on the previous page. Here, "thirst" represents the public's lack of access to truth or knowledge, positioning the author’s work as a vital resource for the common people.

Your Serene HighnessOriginal: "Eure Durchlaucht." This was the standard formal address for a sovereign prince or duke within the Holy Roman Empire, signifying their "serene" or "illustrious" status.,

your most humble servant