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Archbishop of Canterbury

John Tillotson was a prominent religious leader in England, serving as the Archbishop of Canterbury. He lived during the 17th century and passed away on November 22, 1694. Tillotson is known for his theological writings and contributions to the church.

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“Truth is the shortest and nearest way to our end, carrying us thither in a straight line.”

Way Ends Truth Lines Truth Is Straight Lines

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“It is hard to personate and act a part long; for where Truth is not the bottom, Nature will always be endeavoring to return, and will peep and betray herself one time or other.”

Long Hard Action Return Truth Is Bottom One Time Betray

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“He who is sincere hath the easiest task in the world, for, truth being always consistent with itself, he is put to no trouble about his words and actions; it is like traveling in a plain road, which is sure to bring you to your journey's end better than byways in which many lose themselves.”

World Ends Action Loses Trouble Journey Truth Is Tasks Consistent Sincere Sincerity Words And Actions

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“Truth is always consistent with itself, and needs nothing to help it out. It is always near at hand, and sits upon our lips, and is ready to drop out before we are aware; whereas a lie is troublesome, and sets a man's invention upon the rack; and one trick needs a great many more to make it good.”

Men Needs Helping Hands Truth Lying Ready Truth Is Lips Tricks Invention Great Men Consistent Troublesome Racks

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