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Quote by Thomas Merton

“O love-why can't you leave me alone? Which is a rhetorical question meaning: for heaven's sake, don't.”

Quote by Thomas Merton

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Thomas Merton (January 31, 1915 - December 10, 1968) was an American writer, poet, social critic, and mystic. His works covered a wide range of topics including philosophy, religion, and social justice, and were highly appreciated by readers. more

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