“The study of law is valuable as a mental discipline, but the practice of pleading tends to make one petty, formal, and insincere. To be driven to look to legality rather than to equity blurs the view of truth and justice.”
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Aphorisms and Reflections: Conduct, Culture and Religion
This book delves into the essence of human conduct, exploring the intricate relationship between culture and religion through a series of aphorisms and reflections. It examines the principles that govern social interactions and the profound impact of religious beliefs on individual and collective behavior. more
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John Lancaster Spalding
John Lancaster Spalding was a prominent American author whose works spanned a variety of fields including history, literature, and philosophy, leaving a profound impact on posterity. more
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