“Every breath of air and ray of light and heat, every beautiful prospect, is, as it were, the skirts of the (angel's) garments, the waving robes of those whose faces see God.”
Quote by John Henry Newman
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Apologia pro Vita Sua
Written by John Henry Newman, this work is a personal defense of his life and faith, exploring themes of religious conversion and spiritual growth. more
Author
John Henry Newman
John Henry Newman was an influential British theologian, philosopher, and writer, known for his contributions to religious philosophy, moral philosophy, and literary criticism. He was born on February 21, 1801, and died on August 11, 1890. Newman was educated at Oxford University and later became a Catholic priest, holding several important positions in the church in Britain and Ireland. more
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