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Quote by King Edward VIII

“I am very sorry to know and hear how unreverently that most precious jewel, the Word of God, is disputed, rhymed, sung and jangled in every ale-house and tavern, contrary to the true meaning and doctrine of the same.”

Quote by King Edward VIII

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King Edward VIII

Edward VIII, full name Edward Albert Christian, was a former King of the United Kingdom, born on June 23, 1894, and died on May 28, 1972. His reign was marked by his controversial love affair with American divorcee Wallis Simpson. more

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