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William Carey chides his countrymen for deciding it would be impossible for the Gospel to travel over great distances and to penetrate varied cultures when they are willing to face the same trials for the sake of commerce.

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William Carey
Age: 72 †
Born: 1761
Born: August 17
Died: 1834
Died: June 9
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Massachusetts
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