Every scripture is to be interpreted by the same spirit which gave it forth," — is the fundamental law of criticism. A life in harmony with nature, the love of truth and of virtue, will purge the eyes to understand her text. By... The Influence of Emerson - Page 53by Edwin Doak Mead - 1903 - 304 pagesFull view - About this book
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