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God depends on us. It is through us that God is achieved.

Andre Gide

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Andre Gide
Age: 82 †
Born: 1869
Born: November 22
Died: 1951
Died: December 19
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The wise man is astonished by anything.
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When you have nothing to say, or to hide, there is no need to be prudent.
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Whither should we aim if not towards God?
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