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For we are so preciously loved by God that we cannot even comprehend it.

Julian of Norwich

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Julian of Norwich
Age: 73 †
Born: 1342
Born: November 8
Died: 1416
Died: January 1
Theologian
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Juliana of Norwich
St. Julian of Norwich
St. Juliana of Norwich
Comprehend
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