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God moves in a mysterious way, His wonders to perform. He plants his footsteps in the sea, and rides upon the storm.

~William Cowper

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Glory, built on selfish principles, is shame and guilt.

~William Cowper

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Variety's the very spice of life, That gives it all its flavor.

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The innocent seldom find an uncomfortable pillow.

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Who loves a garden loves a greenhouse too.

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Existence is a strange bargain. Life owes us little; we owe it everything. The only true happiness comes from squandering ourselves for a purpose.

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God made the country, and man made the town.

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A self-made man? Yes, and one who worships his creator.

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Ceremony leads her bigots forth, prepared to fight for shadows of no worth. While truths, on which eternal things depend, can hardly find a single friend.

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Satan trembles when he sees the weakest saint upon their knees.

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Biography

Nationality: English

Type: Poet

Born: November 26th, 1731

Died: April 25th, 1800

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