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Quote by William Booth

“Your days at the most cannot be very long, so use them to the best of your ability for the glory of God and the benefit of your generation.”

Quote by William Booth

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William Booth
William Booth

William Booth, born on April 10, 1829, in England, was a prominent preacher and social reformer. He founded the Christian denomination of the Salvation Army, focusing on social reform and relief work. Booth dedicated his life to improving the living conditions of the poor and founded the Salvation Army, an international Christian charity organization that continues to provide assistance worldwide. more

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