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“Surely if there be any habit which your own hand and eye should help in forming, it is the habit of prayer.”

Quote by J. C. Ryle

Book:The Duties of Parents

Work

The Duties of Parents

This book explores the moral and practical aspects of parenting, offering insights into the roles and expectations of parents in the upbringing of their children. more

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J. C. Ryle, the Bishop of Liverpool, was born on May 10, 1816, and died on June 10, 1900. He was a prominent religious leader in 19th-century England, known for his deep biblical scholarship and steadfast propagation of Christian faith. more

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