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: Sermons on Practical Subjects, Preached at Marlborough College, from 1871-1876

This book compiles a series of sermons that were delivered at Marlborough College during the specified period, focusing on practical subjects relevant to the audience. more

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Frederic Farrar

Frederic Farrar was a British author born on August 7, 1831, and died on March 22, 1903. He is known for his works on religious and historical topics, particularly for his interpretations of the Bible and narratives of Christian history, which have had a significant impact on religious studies. more

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“One should hallow all that one does in one's natural life. One eats in holiness, tastes the taste of food in holiness, and the table becomes an altar. One works in holiness, and raises up the sparks which hide themselves in all tools. One walks in holiness across the fields, and the soft songs of all herbs, which they voice to God, enter into the song of our soul.”

“What else can I do, a lame old man, but sing hymns to God? If I were a nightingale, I would do the nightingale's part; if I were a swan, I would do as a swan. But now I am a rational creature, and I ought to praise God. This is my work. I do it, nor will I desert my post, so long as I am allowed to keep it. And I ask you to join me in this same song.”