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“O Love that wilt not let me go, I rest my weary soul in Thee : I give Thee back the life I owe, That in Thine ocean depths its flow May richer, fuller be.”

Quote by George Matheson

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George Matheson

George Matheson (March 27, 1842 - August 28, 1906) was a Scottish writer known for his poetry and novels. His works often delve into themes of human nature, religion, and philosophy, particularly for his profound understanding of the life of blindness. His most famous work, 'Message from the Chair,' is a powerful expression of his personal experience and faith with blindness. more

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