“The soul, considered with its Creator, is like one of those mathematical lines that may draw nearer to another for all eternity without a possibility of touching it; and can there be a thought so transporting as to consider ourselves in these perpetual approaches to Him, who is not only the standard of perfection, but of happiness?”
Quote by Joseph Addison
Work
Essays, Moral and Humorous: Also Essays on Imagination and Taste
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into various moral and humorous themes. It also includes reflections on the nature of imagination and aesthetic appreciation. more
Author
Joseph Addison
Joseph Addison, born on May 1, 1672, and died on June 17, 1719, was an influential English essayist, dramatist, and poet. He is known for his elegant prose style and his co-authorship of the magazine 'The Spectator' with Richard Steele. more
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