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If you are kept in ignorance of the true way and permit yourself to rely upon and be guided by the opinion of imperfect man, you can never gain the riches that will bring you peace and lasting happiness.

Joseph Franklin Rutherford

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Joseph Franklin Rutherford
Age: 72 †
Born: 1869
Born: November 8
Died: 1942
Died: January 8
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