We are nowhere forbidden to laugh, or be satisfied with food or to be delighted with music or to drink wine.
JOHN CALVIN
JOHN CALVIN
John Calvin on food
“We are nowhere forbidden to laugh, or be satisfied with food or to be delighted with music or to drink wine.”
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