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After a long, impartial enquiry of the truth, and after much and earnest calling upon God, to give unto me the spirit an
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"After a long, impartial enquiry of the truth, and after much and earnest calling upon God, to give unto me the spirit and revelation in the knowledge of Him, I find myself obliged, both by the principles of reason and Scripture, to embrace the opinion I now hold forth"

- John Biddle

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John Biddle's quote speaks with the significance of looking for reality and understanding through prayer and factor. He acknowledges that he has actually performed a long and unbiased query into the fact, and has earnestly prayed to God for assistance. He believes that through this process, he has actually been offered the spirit and revelation to understand the understanding of God. He is now obliged to accept the viewpoint he holds, based on both the principles of reason and Scripture. This quote emphasizes the significance of seeking truth and knowledge through prayer and factor, and relying on God to offer the answers. It likewise highlights the significance of being open to the possibility of altering one's opinion based on the proof presented. Eventually, John Biddle's quote motivates us to seek truth and knowledge through prayer and factor, and to be available to the possibility of changing our opinion based upon the evidence provided.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by John Biddle between January 14, 1615 and September 22, 1662. He/she was a famous Clergyman from England. The author also have 1 other quotes.

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