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“Meditation is that exercise of the mind, whereby it recalls a known truth, as some kinds of creatures do their food, to be ruminated upon, until all the nutritious parts are extracted, and fitted for the purposes of life.”

Quote by George Horne

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George Horne
George Horne

George Horne, a British writer, was born on November 1, 1730, and died on January 27, 1792. Known for his religious and moral writings, Horne held a significant place in 18th-century British literature. more

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