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Quote by George Herbert

“Knowledge is but folly unless it is guided by grace.”

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George Herbert, a renowned English poet, was born on April 3, 1593, and died on March 1, 1633. Known for his religious poetry, Herbert's works blend personal faith with profound philosophy, exerting a profound influence on poetry in the postmodern era. more

“Now, may our God be our hope. He Who made all things is better than all things. He Who made all beautiful things is more beautiful than all of them. He Who made all mighty things is more mighty than all of them. He Who made all great things is greater than all of them. Learn to love the Creator in His creature, and the maker in what He has made.”

May Made Beautiful Greater Creatures All Things Creator Great Things Makers Beautiful Things

Author:Saint Augustine

“Asking yourself deeper questions opens up new ways of being in the world. It brings in a breath of fresh air. It makes life more joyful. The real trick to life is not to be in the know, but to be in the mystery.”

Knows World Way Real Life Is Air Mystery Breaths Asking Deeper Tricks Joyful New Ways Fresh Air

Book:Dr. Quantum's Little Book Of Big Ideas: Where Science Meets Spirit

Source: Dr. Quantum's Little Book Of Big Ideas: Where Science Meets Spirit

“Sometimes the best revision of a poem is a new poem.”

Sometimes Revision

Author:Marvin Bell

“I’m frankly sick of all the books and movies trying to predict when Jesus will return and we’ll get to start our eternal vacation at his all-inclusive resort called heaven. I’m also sick of the nerd parade of books and conferences that approach the Bible like scholars whose mission is to get their Masters rather than soldiers who are on mission with their Master. We've got work to do. There are lost people to reach, churches to plant, and nations to evangelize. Hell is hot, forever is a long time, and it’s our turn to stop making a dent and start making a difference.”