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“All our science and philosophy form only an island of knowledge surrounded by an ocean of mystery. The larger the island grows, the longer the shoreline where the known meets the unknown.”

Quote by Ralph Washington Sockman

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Ralph Washington Sockman

Ralph Washington Sockman was an American writer born on October 1, 1889, and passed away on August 29, 1970. Known for his works on religious and moral themes, his writings were highly appreciated by readers. more

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