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Quote by Horatius Bonar

“Upon a life I did not live, upon a death I did not die; another's life, another's death, I stake my whole eternity.”

Quote by Horatius Bonar

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Horatius Bonar
Horatius Bonar

Horatius Bonar was a Scottish poet renowned for his devotional poetry. Born in December 1808, he dedicated much of his life to pastoral work in Edinburgh. His poetry is celebrated for its simplicity and profound spiritual insights. Bonar's work has had a significant impact on Christian literature, and he is remembered for his contributions to religious verse. more

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“In the morning was again distressed as soon as I waked, hearing much talk about the world and the things of it. I perceived the men were in some measure afraid of me; and I discoursed something about sanctifying the sabbath, if possible to solemnize their minds: but when they were at a little distance, they again talked freely about secular affairs. Oh, I thought what a hell it would be, to live with such men to eternity!”

“Oh! one hour with God infinitely exceeds all the pleasures and delights of this lower world.”