All human discoveries seem to be made only for the purpose of confirming more strongly the truths come from on high, and contained in the sacred writings. (William Herschel)

All human discoveries seem to be made only for the purpose of confirming more strongly the truths come from on high, and contained in the sacred writings.

William Herschel

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