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“The passage from the realm of morals into the realm of religion is but a step; for the energy that we have found so persistent in the soul of man, urging him to purity, and service, and perfect love, is the same energy which, outside and above the soul of man, we name God.”

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Frank C. Lockwood

Frank C. Lockwood was an American author born in 1864 and died in 1948. His works covered a variety of fields, including history, biography, and fiction. Lockwood was known for his profound insights into history and his delicate portrayal of character. more

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