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Behold, I am become a reproach to thy holy name, by serving any ambition and the sins of others which though I did by th
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"Behold, I am become a reproach to thy holy name, by serving any ambition and the sins of others; which though I did by the persuasion of other men, yet my own conscience did cheek and upbraid me in it"

- William Laud

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England Flag This quote is written / told by William Laud between October 7, 1573 and January 10, 1645. He/she was a famous Clergyman from England. The author also have 2 other quotes.

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