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... . FROM all this it follows , that , in order to discern where man's true honour lies , we must look , not to any adventitious circum- stance SERMON Stance of fortune ; not to any single sparkling On the true Honour of Man .
... . FROM all this it follows , that , in order to discern where man's true honour lies , we must look , not to any adventitious circum- stance SERMON Stance of fortune ; not to any single sparkling On the true Honour of Man .
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... follow the interest of others . The strength of these social instincts is , in general , proportioned to their importance in hu- man life . Hence that degree of sensi- bility which prompts us to weep with them that weep , is stronger ...
... follow the interest of others . The strength of these social instincts is , in general , proportioned to their importance in hu- man life . Hence that degree of sensi- bility which prompts us to weep with them that weep , is stronger ...
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... follows the impulse of his heart . He obeys the dictates of his nature ; just as the vine by its nature produces fruit , and the fountain pours forth its streams . Wherever views of interest , and prospects of return mingle with the ...
... follows the impulse of his heart . He obeys the dictates of his nature ; just as the vine by its nature produces fruit , and the fountain pours forth its streams . Wherever views of interest , and prospects of return mingle with the ...
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... follows from this is , that all the anxiety about futurity , which passes the bounds of reasonable precaution , is unprofitable and vain . Certain measures are indeed necessary to be taken for our safety . We are not to rush forward in ...
... follows from this is , that all the anxiety about futurity , which passes the bounds of reasonable precaution , is unprofitable and vain . Certain measures are indeed necessary to be taken for our safety . We are not to rush forward in ...
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... Follow the great Shepherd of Israel , who , amidst the turmoil of this world , leads his flock into green pastures and by the still waters . As you advance in life , study to improve both in good principles and in good practice . You ...
... Follow the great Shepherd of Israel , who , amidst the turmoil of this world , leads his flock into green pastures and by the still waters . As you advance in life , study to improve both in good principles and in good practice . You ...
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