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My chief concern is to try to be an humble, earnest Christian
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"My chief concern is to try to be an humble, earnest Christian"

- Robert E. Lee

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Robert E. Lee's quote talks to his commitment to his faith and his desire to live a life of humbleness and earnestness. He was a devout Christian and believed that it was his responsibility to live a life that was pleasing to God. He was a male of fantastic stability and believed that it was necessary to be simple and earnest in all aspects of life. He was a leader who was respected by lots of and his words still resonate today. His quote is a suggestion to all of us that we ought to aim to be humble and earnest in our lives, no matter what our faith or beliefs may be. It is a pointer that we must aim to be the best variation of ourselves and to live a life that is pleasing to God.

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Robert E. Lee This quote is written / told by Robert E. Lee between January 19, 1807 and October 12, 1870. He was a famous General from USA. The author also have 26 other quotes.

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