God moves in mysterious ways His wonders to performs
WILLIAM COWPERA fretful temper will divide the closest knot that may be tied, by ceaseless sharp corrosion; a temper passionate and fierce may suddenly your joys disperse at one immense explosion.
More William Cowper Quotes
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O solitude, where are the charms That sages have seen in thy face? Better dwell in the midst of alarms, Than reign in this horrible place.
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The innocent seldom find an uncomfortable pillow.
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What we admire we praise; and when we praise, Advance it into notice, that its worth Acknowledged, others may admire it too.
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Absence of proof is not proof of absence.
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The proud are ever most provoked by pride.
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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.
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…So let us welcome peaceful evening in.
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Solitude, seeming a sanctuary, proves a grave; a sepulchre in which the living lie, where all good qualities grow sick and die
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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.
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How sweet, how passing sweet, is solitude! But grant me still a friend in my retreat, whom I may whisper, solitude is sweet.
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A heretic, my dear sir, is a fellow who disagrees with you regarding something neither of you knows anything about.
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But still remember, if you mean to please, To press your point with modesty and ease.
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The only amarantine flower on earth Is virtue.
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Judge not the Lord by feeble sense, But trust Him for His grace; Behind a frowning providence He hides a smiling face. His purposes will ripen fast, Unfolding every hour;
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Ye fearful saints fresh courage take, The clouds you so much dread Are big with mercy and shall break, With blessings on your head
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