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“Your enjoyment of the world is never right, till every morning you awake in Heaven: see yourself in your Father's palace; and look upon the skies, the earth, and the air as celestial joys: having such a reverend esteem of all, as if you were among the angels.”

Quote by Thomas Traherne

Work

Centuries of Meditations

This book is a compilation of meditative essays that delve into the nature of time, the human condition, and the essence of life. The author explores themes of change, memory, and the cyclical nature of existence, offering readers a contemplative journey through centuries of thought and reflection. more

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Thomas Traherne
Thomas Traherne

Thomas Traherne, born in 1636 in England, was a 17th-century poet known for his deeply religious and philosophical poetry, considered one of the most unique voices in the history of English literature. more

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