P. 608.
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At the conscious approach of death, faith in the Biblical Religion, with its God and Christ and written Revelation, never weakens, but almost or quite always strengthens, and very often advances to a splendid assurance; while unbelief under the same circumstances never strengthens, but almost or quite always weakens and falters, and very often fails utterly.
— Enoch Fitch Burr
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About Enoch Fitch Burr
Enoch Fitch Burr (October 21, 1818 – May 8, 1907) was an American theologian and astronomer.
About Enoch Fitch Burr
Enoch Fitch Burr (October 21, 1818 – May 8, 1907) was an American theologian and astronomer.
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