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The most profitable and praiseworthy genius in the world is untiring industry.

— Elias Lyman Magoon Proverbs for the People (1849)

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The advent of truth, like the dawn of day, agitates the elements, while it disperses the gloom.

Proverbs for the People (1849)

An unsanctified temper is a fruitful source of error, and a mighty impediment to truth.

Proverbs for the People (1849)

The worst idleness is that of the heart. Think of the condition and prospects of a voiceless, thankless, prayerless heart.

Proverbs for the People (1849)

Religion, to be permanently influential, must be intelligent.

Proverbs for the People (1849)

True emotions and sincere words never perish. The great heart of humanity gladly receives and embalms every true utterance of the humblest of its offspring.

Proverbs for the People (1849)

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