“Such a large sweet fruit is a complete marriage, that it needs a very long summer to ripen in and then a long winter to mellow and season it.”
Quote by Theodore Parker
Work
The Collected Works of Theodore Parker: Lessons from the world of matter and the world of man
The Collected Works of Theodore Parker: Lessons from the world of matter and the world of man is a compilation of the works of Theodore Parker, a 19th-century American Unitarian minister and philosopher. The collection encompasses his essays, sermons, and other writings, providing a deep dive into his thoughts on the relationship between the natural world and human life. Parker's work is characterized by its intellectual rigor and its exploration of the moral and spiritual dimensions of existence. The collection is a significant contribution to the fields of theology, philosophy, and American literature. more
Author
Theodore Parker
Theodore Parker was an American Unitarian minister, abolitionist, and social reformer. He is recognized for his theological and social writings that had a profound impact on the abolitionist movement and the Unitarian Church. Born on August 24, 1810, Parker dedicated his life to social justice and the fight for the rights of the marginalized. more
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Source: The Collected Works of Theodore Parker: Sermons. Prayers
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