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“This world is not the sum total of God's resources -- on the contrary, it is only the 'dream,' the probation, the prelude of the true world, the true life.”

Quote by Janet Erskine Stuart

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Janet Erskine Stuart
Janet Erskine Stuart

Limited information is available about Janet Erskine Stuart, who was an individual of an unknown profession in the 19th century. Born on November 11, 1857, she passed away on October 21, 1914. more

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