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“Through the humbling dispensations of Divine Providence, men are sometimes fitted for his service.”

Quote by John Woolman

Book:A Journal of the Life and Travels of John Woolman: In the Service of the Gospel

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A Journal of the Life and Travels of John Woolman: In the Service of the Gospel

John Woolman's journal provides a unique perspective on the 18th-century American colonies, detailing his journey as a Quaker minister and his efforts to promote peace, equality, and the abolition of slavery. The text is a blend of personal reflections, spiritual insights, and observations on the social conditions of the time. more

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John Woolman was a prominent eighteenth-century merchant and Quaker social reformer from Pennsylvania. He is known for his advocacy of peace, justice, and the abolition of slavery. Woolman's writings and personal example influenced many in the movement for social reform. more

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