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“The Churches belong together in the Church. What that may mean for our ecclesiastical groupings we do not know. We have not discovered the kind or outward manifestation which God wills that we shall give to that inner unity. But we must seek it.”

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Hugh Martin

American musical composer known for his contributions to the musical theater genre. Martin is renowned for his works including 'The Sound of Music' and 'Fiddler on the Roof'. more

“Opposition to the truth is inevitable, especially if it takes the form of a new idea, but the degree of resistance can be diminished- by giving thought not only to the aim but to the method of approach. Avoid a frontal attack on a long established position; instead, seek to turn it by flank movement, so that a more penetrable side is exposed to the thrust of truth. But, in any such indirect approach, take care not to diverge from the truth- for nothing is more fatal to its real advancement than to lapse into untruth.”

Source: Why Don't We Learn from History?

“Avoid self-righteousness like the devil- nothing is so self-blinding.”

Self Society Devil Righteousness Self Righteousness

Book:Why Don't We Learn from History?

Source: Why Don't We Learn from History?

“In strategy the longest way round is often the shortest way there- a direct approach to the object exhausts the attacker and hardens the resistance by compression, whereas an indirect approach loosens the defender's hold by upsetting his balance.”

Way War History Power Society Objects Balance Approach Direct Strategy Rounds Resistance Upset Defenders Indirect Compression Direct Approach

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