But we shall not find a more evident effect of it, than in the present instance, where from the relations of causation and contiguity in time betwixt two objects, we feign likewise that of a conjunction in place, in order to strengthen the connexion.
But whatever confused notions we may form of an union in place betwixt an extended body, as a fig, and its particular taste, it is certain that upon reflection we must observe this union something altogether unintelligible and contradictory.

For should we ask ourselves one obvious question, viz.

if the taste, which we conceive to be contained in the circumference of the body, is in every part of it or in one only, we must quickly find ourselves at a loss, and perceive the impossibility of ever giving a satisfactory answer.

We cannot rely, that it is only in one part: For experience convinces us, that every part has the same relish.

We can as little reply, that it exists in every part: For then we must suppose it figured and extended; which is absurd and incomprehensible.