“Selfishness is one of the principal fruits of the corruption of human nature; and it is obvious that selfishness disposes us to over-rate our good qualities, and to overlook or extenuate our defects.”
Quote by William Wilberforce
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A Practical View of the Prevailing Religious System of Professed Christians: In the Higher and Middle Classes in this Country, Contrasted with Real Christianity
This book offers a detailed critique of the religious system prevalent among Christians in the higher and middle social classes. The author contrasts this system with what they perceive as authentic Christianity, exploring the discrepancies and suggesting improvements. more
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William Wilberforce
William Wilberforce was a British politician known for his leading role in the movement to abolish slavery. He actively pushed for legislation against the slave trade in the British Parliament and dedicated his life to promoting social justice and moral reform. more
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