Synesius of Cyrene: Philosopher and Bishop, Volume 13Society for promoting Christian knowledge, 1886 - 179 pages |
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Page 90 - But in the quietness of thought: Me this unchartered freedom tires; I feel the weight of chance desires : My hopes no more must change their name, I long for a repose that ever is the same.