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Set a strong guard about thy outward senses: these are Satan's landing places, especially the eye and the ear.

William Gurnall

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William Gurnall
Age: 62 †
Born: 1617
Born: January 1
Died: 1679
Died: October 12
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Theologian
Places
Especially
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Outward
Strong
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Satan
Senses
Ears

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