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“I don't believe in princerple, But oh I du in interest.”

Book:Delphi Complete Poetical Works of James Russell Lowell (Illustrated)

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Delphi Complete Poetical Works of James Russell Lowell (Illustrated)

James Russell Lowell was an influential American poet and critic. This illustrated volume presents his extensive body of work, showcasing his contributions to the literary landscape of his time. more

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James Russell Lowell

James Russell Lowell was an American poet, born on February 22, 1819, and died on August 12, 1891. His poetry is known for its profound social insights and admiration for nature. more

“Belief is in a sense passive, an agreement or acceptance only; faith is active and positive, embracing such reliance and confidence as will lead to works. Faith in Christ comprises belief in Him, combined with trust in Him. One cannot have faith without belief; yet he may believe and still lack faith. Faith is vivified, vitalized, living belief.”

Life Believe May Stills Belief Christ Acceptance Active Agreement Have Faith Passive Reliance

Book:Articles of Faith: Being a Consideration of the Principal Doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Source: Articles of Faith: Being a Consideration of the Principal Doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

“I believe that God has opened up these treasures on intelligence to enhance His purposes on the earth.”

Believe Earth Purpose Belief I Believe Intelligence Treasure

Author:James E. Faust

“No idea is ever dead until those who believe in it say it's dead.”

Believe Ideas Belief No Idea

Author:James A. Michener

“Biology occupies a position among the sciences at once marginal and central. Marginal because-the living world constituting but a tiny and very "special" part of the universe-it does not seem likely that the study of living beings will ever uncover general laws applicable outside the biosphere. But if the ultimate aim of the whole of science is indeed, as I believe, to clarify man's relationship to the universe, then biology must be accorded a central position . . .”