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“It is a shame for a man to be a millionaire in possessions if he is not also a millionaire in beneficence.”

Quote by Lyman Abbott

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Lyman Abbott
Lyman Abbott

Lyman Abbott was an American author known for his contributions to religious and moral philosophy. Born on December 18, 1835, and deceased on October 22, 1922, Abbott's writings had a significant impact on the religious thought of his era. more

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