I never force myself to be devout except when I feel so inspired, and never compose hymns of prayers unless I feel within me real and true devotion. (Franz Schubert)

I never force myself to be devout except when I feel so inspired, and never compose hymns of prayers unless I feel within me real and true devotion.

Franz Schubert

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