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Page 34
... profusion of senti- mental language , afford always much ground for distrust . They create the sus- picion of a studied character . Frequently , 9 under II . under a negligent and seemingly rough SERMON manner 34 On Sensibility .
... profusion of senti- mental language , afford always much ground for distrust . They create the sus- picion of a studied character . Frequently , 9 under II . under a negligent and seemingly rough SERMON manner 34 On Sensibility .
Page 35
... ground- less upbraidings and complaints of un- kindness ; hence , a proneness to take vio- lent offence at trifles . In consequence of examining D 2 SERMON examining their friends with a microscopic II . eye On Sensibility . 35.
... ground- less upbraidings and complaints of un- kindness ; hence , a proneness to take vio- lent offence at trifles . In consequence of examining D 2 SERMON examining their friends with a microscopic II . eye On Sensibility . 35.
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... ground to think highly of themselves . We must inquire not merely how they feel , but how their feelings prompt them to act , in order to ascertain their real character . I SHALL conclude with observing , that sensibility , when genuine ...
... ground to think highly of themselves . We must inquire not merely how they feel , but how their feelings prompt them to act , in order to ascertain their real character . I SHALL conclude with observing , that sensibility , when genuine ...
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... ground to hope for the continued protection of the Al- mighty . Bring to mind the various revolutions which you have beheld in human affairs , since you became actors on this busy theatre , Reflect on the changes which have taken place ...
... ground to hope for the continued protection of the Al- mighty . Bring to mind the various revolutions which you have beheld in human affairs , since you became actors on this busy theatre , Reflect on the changes which have taken place ...
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... ground of these manly endowments , that the other amiable qualities can receive their proper lustre . Destitute of these es- sential requisites , they shine with no more than a tinsel brilliancy . It may sparkle for a little , amid a ...
... ground of these manly endowments , that the other amiable qualities can receive their proper lustre . Destitute of these es- sential requisites , they shine with no more than a tinsel brilliancy . It may sparkle for a little , amid a ...
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