The Moral Probe: Or, One Hundred and Two Essays on the Nature of Men and Things |
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... effects , were con- sumed by the calamitous fire at Pittsburgh , on the tenth day of April last . Convinced of the utility of a volume of short , pun- gent , and practical articles ; relating to the multiform and every - day concerns of ...
... effects , were con- sumed by the calamitous fire at Pittsburgh , on the tenth day of April last . Convinced of the utility of a volume of short , pun- gent , and practical articles ; relating to the multiform and every - day concerns of ...
Page 11
... should soar above family quarrels . In giving advice , time , place , and manner , are of the first importance . Meekness , love , prudence , and discretion ; with other talents below mediocrity , will effect ADVICE . 11.
... should soar above family quarrels . In giving advice , time , place , and manner , are of the first importance . Meekness , love , prudence , and discretion ; with other talents below mediocrity , will effect ADVICE . 11.
Page 12
... effect more in correcting error , reforming the vicious , and advancing pure and undefiled religion ; than the talents of an angel could accomplish without them . To know what , how , and when to advise ; is a matter too little ...
... effect more in correcting error , reforming the vicious , and advancing pure and undefiled religion ; than the talents of an angel could accomplish without them . To know what , how , and when to advise ; is a matter too little ...
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... effects are felt , seen , and admired — not the hand that distilled it . It flows from a good heart , and looks beyond the skies for approval and reward . It never opens , but seeks to heal the wounds inflicted by misfortune - it never ...
... effects are felt , seen , and admired — not the hand that distilled it . It flows from a good heart , and looks beyond the skies for approval and reward . It never opens , but seeks to heal the wounds inflicted by misfortune - it never ...
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... effect an equilibrium in themselves , and pursue a con- sistent , uniform course , in precept and example . Ex- cessive indulgence one day , and chilling severity the next , will soon cause a vibration in the best balanced mind of a ...
... effect an equilibrium in themselves , and pursue a con- sistent , uniform course , in precept and example . Ex- cessive indulgence one day , and chilling severity the next , will soon cause a vibration in the best balanced mind of a ...
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