I have lived, Sir, a long time, and the longer I live, the more convincing proofs I see of this truth — that God governs in the affairs of men. And if a sparrow cannot fall to the ground without his notice, is it probable that an empire can rise without... Essays and Letters - Page 155by Benjamin Franklin - 1820 - 340 pagesFull view - About this book
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...our future national felicity. And have we now forgotten that powerful friend? — or do we imagine we no longer need his assistance? I have lived, sir,...the affairs of men ! And if a sparrow cannot fall to the ground without his notice, is it probable that an empire can rise without his aid? We have been... | |
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...establishing our future national felicity. And have we forgotten that powerful friend ? or do we imagine that we no longer need his assistance ? I have lived, sir, a long time ; and the longer I live, the more I see of this truth, that GOD GOVERNS IN THE AFFAIRS OF MEN. And, if a sparrow cannot fall to the ground... | |
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