“The talents lost--the moments run To waste--the sins of act, of thought, Ten thousand deeds of folly done, And countless virtues cherish'd not.”
Quote by John Bowring
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Matins and vespers: with hymns and occasional devotional pieces
This volume gathers together prayers and hymns traditionally associated with the morning office of Matins and the evening office of Vespers, as observed in various Christian liturgical traditions. The book also includes a selection of occasional devotional pieces, which are short religious poems or meditations composed for specific times, events, or personal reflection. The content is designed to support private or communal worship, drawing on scriptural themes and the rhythms of daily prayer. As the title suggests, the work is structured around the two principal daily prayer times, offering readers a resource for structured devotion throughout the day. more
Author
John Bowring
John Bowring was a prominent British economist, born on October 17, 1792, and died on November 23, 1872. He made significant contributions to the field of economics, particularly in the areas of free trade and international trade policies. more
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