“the most common type of pessimism is neither philosophical nor religious: it is the pessimism of thwarted desire. ... It is the cynical sneer of the man who, seeking roses, finds only ashes.”
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Georgia Harkness
Georgia Harkness was an American Christian theologian and feminist, born on April 21, 1891, and died on August 21, 1974. She is known for her contributions to theology and her advocacy for the role of women in the church. more
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