“There are who mistake the spirit of pugnacity for the spirit of piety, and thus harbor a devil instead of an angel.”
Quote by John Lancaster Spalding
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Aphorisms and Reflections: Conduct, Culture and Religion
This book delves into the essence of human conduct, exploring the intricate relationship between culture and religion through a series of aphorisms and reflections. It examines the principles that govern social interactions and the profound impact of religious beliefs on individual and collective behavior. more
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John Lancaster Spalding
John Lancaster Spalding was a prominent American author whose works spanned a variety of fields including history, literature, and philosophy, leaving a profound impact on posterity. more
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“The more we live with what we imagine others think of us, the less we live with truth.”
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“If we are disappointed that men give little heed to what we utter is it for their sake or our own?”
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“We are not masters of the truth which is borne in upon us: it overpowers us.”
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