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Josiah Royce
Josiah Royce

Josiah Royce was an American philosopher known for his work in moral philosophy, religious philosophy, and metaphysics. His ideas have had a profound impact on 20th-century philosophy. more

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“When on life's journey it becomes our lot to travel with criticism of skeptics, the hate of some, the rejection of others, the impatience of many, or a friend's betrayal, we must be able to pray in such a manner that an abiding faith and a strong testimony that the Lord will be with us to the end, will compel us to say, "Nevertheless, Father, Thy will be done, and with Thy help, in patience I will follow firmly on the path that takes me back to Thee."”

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