“Oh thrice fools are we who like new-born princes weeping in the cradle know not that there is a kingdom before them then let our Lord's sweet hand square us and hammer us and strike off the knots of pride self-love and world-worship and infidelity that He may make us stones and pillars in His Father's house.”
Quote by Samuel Rutherford
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Extracts from the Letters of Samuel Rutherford
This book presents a collection of letters from Samuel Rutherford, offering insights into his theological and spiritual thoughts during the 17th century. more
Author
Samuel Rutherford
Samuel Rutherford was a 17th-century Scottish theologian and writer whose works had a profound impact on religious and political fields, particularly within the Protestant movement. He is known for his contributions to Christian ethics and political theory. more
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