Famous quote by Robert Southey

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Never let a man imagine that he can pursue a good end by evil means, without sinning against his own soul.
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"Never let a man imagine that he can pursue a good end by evil means, without sinning against his own soul. The evil effect on himself is certain"

- Robert Southey

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Robert Southey between August 12, 1774 and March 21, 1843. He/she was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 15 other quotes.

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