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“Now, the range of our possible sufferings is determined by the largeness and nobility of our aims. It is possible to evade a multitude of sorrows by the cultivation of an insignificant life. Indeed, if it be a man’s ambition to avoid the troubles of life, the recipe is perfectly simple — let him shed his ambitions in every direction, let him cut the wings of every soaring purpose, and let him assiduously cultivate a little life, with the fewest correspondences and relations.”

Quote by John Henry Jowett

Book:The School of Calvary
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The School of Calvary

This book delves into the lives of individuals within a religious school, examining their personal struggles and the transformative power of faith. The narrative explores the complexities of human nature and the search for meaning in a challenging world. more

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John Henry Jowett
John Henry Jowett

John Henry Jowett, a British preacher, was born on August 25, 1863, and died in 1923. He is known for his profound religious thoughts and exceptional preaching skills. more

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