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“Love feels no burden, thinks nothing of trouble, attempts what is above its strength, pleads no excuse of impossibility; for it thinks all things lawful for itself, and all things possible.”

Quote by Thomas a Kempis

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Thomas a Kempis

Thomas a Kempis (1380 - July 25, 1471) was a German canon, known for his spiritual writings. He is best known for his work 'The Imitation of Christ,' which has had a profound impact on Christian thought and practice. more

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