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"I can't die now, I have so much work to do"

- John Gresham Machen

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John Gresham Machen's quote speaks with the idea of living a life of purpose and devotion. He was a theologian and teacher of New Testament at Princeton Theological Seminary, and his quote shows his dedication to his work and his faith. He was a male of fantastic conviction and thought that his life had a purpose which he had a duty to satisfy it. His quote is a suggestion that life is valuable which we should strive to maximize it. It is a call to action, to take advantage of our time and to use it to do something meaningful. It is a suggestion that life is brief which we need to not take it for granted. Machen's quote is a suggestion that we must aim to make a difference worldwide and to leave a long lasting legacy. It is a pointer that we ought to not waste our time on minor matters, however rather concentrate on what really matters.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by John Gresham Machen between July 28, 1881 and January 1, 1937. He/she was a famous Theologian from USA. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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