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“We mostly spend those lives conjugating three verbs: to Want, to Have, and to Do.”

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Evelyn Underhill

Evelyn Underhill was a British writer renowned for her contributions to the fields of spirituality and mysticism. Born on December 6, 1875, she is celebrated for her insightful exploration of Christian mysticism through her writings. Underhill passed away on June 15, 1941. more

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