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“Every human being has a work to carry on within, duties to perform abroad, influence to exert, which are peculiarly his, and which no conscience but his own can teach.”

Quote by William Ellery Channing

Book:The works of Wm. Ellery Channing ...

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The works of Wm. Ellery Channing ...

This book is a compilation of the works of Wm. Ellery Channing, a prominent figure in American philosophy and Unitarianism. It includes a range of essays and treatises that delve into philosophical, theological, and social issues of his time. more

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William Ellery Channing

William Ellery Channing was an American preacher and theologian, born on April 7, 1780, and died on October 2, 1842. He played a significant role in the American religious reform movement and is known for his contributions to liberal theology. more

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