Thus if it be asked, whether or not the invisible and intangible distance be always full of body, or of something that by an improvement of our organs might become visible or tangible, I must acknowledge, that I find no very decisive arguments on either side; though I am inclined to the contrary opinion, as being more suitable to vulgar and popular notions.

If THE NEWTONIAN philosophy be rightly understood, it will be found to mean no more.

A vacuum is asserted: That is, bodies are said to be placed after such a manner, is to receive bodies betwixt them, without impulsion or penetration.

The real nature of this position of bodies is unknown.

We are only acquainted with its effects on the senses, and its power of receiving body.