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“All false practices and affections of knowledge are more odious to God, and deserve to be so to men, than any want or defect of knowledge can be.”

Quote by Thomas Sprat

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Thomas Sprat
Thomas Sprat

Thomas Sprat (1635-1713) was an English writer and historian. His career and specific category are unknown. His life details are limited. more

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