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“The infidelity that springs from the heart is not to be reached by a course of lectures on the evidences of Christianity; argument did not cause, and argument will not remove it.”

Quote by Mark Hopkins

Book:Lectures on the Evidences of Christianity

Work

Lectures on the Evidences of Christianity

This work delves into various aspects of Christianity, examining evidence from history, philosophy, and other disciplines to bolster the credibility of Christian beliefs. more

Author

Mark Hopkins (September 1, 1813 - March 29, 1878) was an individual whose profession and category are not well-documented. His life story and contributions remain unclear due to limited information available. more

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Book:Evidences of Christianity: Lectures Before the Lowell Institute, January 1844

Source: Evidences of Christianity: Lectures Before the Lowell Institute, January 1844

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