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The enjoyment of God is the only happiness with which our souls can be satisfied.

Jonathan Edwards

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Jonathan Edwards
Age: 54 †
Born: 1703
Born: October 5
Died: 1758
Died: March 22
Clergyman
Philosopher
Theologian
Writer
East Windsor
Connecticut
Enjoyment
Souls
Satisfied
Happiness
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