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... frequently mentioned in Scripture as one of the most considerable . Wisdom is the principal thing , says Solomon , in the passage where the text lies , therefore get wisdom ; and , with all thy getting , get understanding . Exalt her ...
... frequently mentioned in Scripture as one of the most considerable . Wisdom is the principal thing , says Solomon , in the passage where the text lies , therefore get wisdom ; and , with all thy getting , get understanding . Exalt her ...
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... frequent opposition , and innumerable mischiefs . It was necessary , therefore , to provide a coun- terbalance to this part of his nature ; which is accordingly done by implanting in him those social and benevolent instincts which lead ...
... frequent opposition , and innumerable mischiefs . It was necessary , therefore , to provide a coun- terbalance to this part of his nature ; which is accordingly done by implanting in him those social and benevolent instincts which lead ...
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... benefit he confers rises in its value , on account of its carrying the affection of the giver impressed upon the gift . It speaks his heart , and the discovery II . discovery of the heart is very frequently of 28 On Sensibility .
... benefit he confers rises in its value , on account of its carrying the affection of the giver impressed upon the gift . It speaks his heart , and the discovery II . discovery of the heart is very frequently of 28 On Sensibility .
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Hugh Blair, James Finlayson. II . discovery of the heart is very frequently of SERMON greater consequence than all that liberality can bestow . How often will the affectionate smile of approbation gladden the humble , and raise the ...
Hugh Blair, James Finlayson. II . discovery of the heart is very frequently of SERMON greater consequence than all that liberality can bestow . How often will the affectionate smile of approbation gladden the humble , and raise the ...
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... frequent suffering from the participation which it communicates , of the sorrows , as well as of the joys of friendship . But let it be considered , that the tender melancholy of sympathy is accompanied with a sen- sation , which they ...
... frequent suffering from the participation which it communicates , of the sorrows , as well as of the joys of friendship . But let it be considered , that the tender melancholy of sympathy is accompanied with a sen- sation , which they ...
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