“Is it reasonable to take it ill, that anybody desires of us that which is their own? All we have is the Almighty's; and shall not God have his own when he calls for it?”
Quote by William Penn
Work
Fruits of Solitude: In Reflections and Maxims Relating to the Conduct of Human Life
This book delves into the theme of solitude, examining its influence on the conduct and reflections of human life through a series of reflections and maxims. more
Author
William Penn
William Penn, born on October 14, 1644, and died on July 30, 1718, was an English author, politician, and religious leader. He is renowned for his contributions to religious freedom and democratic politics, as well as for being the founder of the state of Pennsylvania. more
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