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“He [Jeremiah] felt all at one overwhelmed by the greatest gift that God can grant to a human being -- another human being. The world might rush to the abyss and nothing stay its course, but for him and his bride there was room enough on the edge of the precipice to build a house and live in it in peace. He could not prevent the downfall of Israel without being shattered himself...but he and Zenua could turn two hearts towards the Lord in their own house. amidst the general collapse they could continue to serve the Lord and listen with ears that would grow ever more attuned. Was this not enough for one of God's dreamers who had not been equipped with the toughness necessary for a fighter?”

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Jeremias, höret die Stimme

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Franz Werfel
Franz Werfel

Franz Werfel was an Austrian novelist known for his profound psychological descriptions and rich imagination. His works often explore moral and religious themes, enjoying great popularity among readers. more

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