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“All things are God's already; we can give him no right, by consecrating any, that he had not before, only we set it apart to his service - just as a gardener brings his master a basket of apricots, and presents them; his lord thanks him, and perhaps gives him something for his pains, and yet the apricots were as much his lord's before as now.”

Quote by John Selden

Book:Table talk: being the discourses of John Selden, esq

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Table talk: being the discourses of John Selden, esq

This book compiles a series of talks given by John Selden, a prominent figure in English legal and historical discourse. The discussions cover a wide range of subjects, reflecting Selden's expertise and insights into the law, history, and society of his time. more

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John Selden (December 16, 1584 - November 30, 1654) was an English lawyer, historian, and philosopher. Limited information is available, but he is known for his contributions to the fields of law, history, and philosophy. more

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