He that takes truth for his guide, and duty for his end, may safely trust to God's providence to lead him aright

Blaise Pascal
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Throughout history, many men have taken truth for their guide, and duty for their end. They have trusted in God’s providence to lead them aright. But, they have been betrayed by their own convictions, pride, and ambition. They have failed to heed the warnings of conscience.

They have failed to follow the dictates of duty. The result has been defeat and death for men of good faith, who trusted in God’s providence.

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