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Page 24
... remain in a large proportion , on account of its importance of the preservation of his life and well being . But as the quantity re- quisite for this purpose is apt both to in- gross his attention , and to carry him into criminal ...
... remain in a large proportion , on account of its importance of the preservation of his life and well being . But as the quantity re- quisite for this purpose is apt both to in- gross his attention , and to carry him into criminal ...
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... remain merely on the surface of the mind . They penetrate the heart . They enlarge and elevate , they refine and ennoble it . To all the pleasing emotions of affection , they add the dignified consciousness of virtue . Children of Men ...
... remain merely on the surface of the mind . They penetrate the heart . They enlarge and elevate , they refine and ennoble it . To all the pleasing emotions of affection , they add the dignified consciousness of virtue . Children of Men ...
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... remain an instinctive feeling alone , it will form no more than an imperfect character . Complete virtue is of a more exalted and dignified nature . It supposes sensibility , good temper , and benevolent affec- D 3 II . SERMON ...
... remain an instinctive feeling alone , it will form no more than an imperfect character . Complete virtue is of a more exalted and dignified nature . It supposes sensibility , good temper , and benevolent affec- D 3 II . SERMON ...
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... remain ! Like characters drawn on the sand , which the next wave washes totally away ; so one trivial succession of events has effaced the memory of the preceding ; and though we have seemed all along to be busy , yet for much of what ...
... remain ! Like characters drawn on the sand , which the next wave washes totally away ; so one trivial succession of events has effaced the memory of the preceding ; and though we have seemed all along to be busy , yet for much of what ...
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... remains in remembrance , and oblige it to contribute to future improvement . If you have gained nothing more by the years that are past , you have at least gained experience ; and experience is the mother of wisdom . You have seen the ...
... remains in remembrance , and oblige it to contribute to future improvement . If you have gained nothing more by the years that are past , you have at least gained experience ; and experience is the mother of wisdom . You have seen the ...
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