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“So much of what is best in us is bound up in our love of family, that it remains the measure of our stability because it measures our sense of loyalty. All other pacts of love or fear derive from it and are modeled upon it.”

Quote by Haniel Long

Book:A letter to St. Augustine: after re-reading his confessions

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A letter to St. Augustine: after re-reading his confessions

This book is a personal reflection on St. Augustine's Confessions, delving into the themes and ideas presented in the original work. The author engages with Augustine's philosophical and spiritual musings, providing a fresh interpretation that bridges the gap between ancient wisdom and contemporary thought. more

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Haniel Long was an American poet, born on March 9, 1888, and died on October 17, 1956. He is known for his unique poetic style and profound insights into American culture. more

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Book:A letter to St. Augustine: after re-reading his confessions

Source: A letter to St. Augustine: after re-reading his confessions

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Book:A letter to St. Augustine: after re-reading his confessions

Source: A letter to St. Augustine: after re-reading his confessions

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Book:A letter to St. Augustine: after re-reading his confessions

Source: A letter to St. Augustine: after re-reading his confessions

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Source: A letter to St. Augustine: after re-reading his confessions

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Book:A letter to St. Augustine: after re-reading his confessions

Source: A letter to St. Augustine: after re-reading his confessions

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Book:A letter to St. Augustine: after re-reading his confessions

Source: A letter to St. Augustine: after re-reading his confessions

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Book:A letter to St. Augustine: after re-reading his confessions

Source: A letter to St. Augustine: after re-reading his confessions

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