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Joseph Butler - Every man hath a general desire of his...
Every man hath a general desire of his own happiness; and likewise a variety of particular affections, passions, and appetites to particular external objects. (Joseph Butler)

Every man hath a general desire of his own happiness; and likewise a variety of particular affections, passions, and appetites to particular external objects.

Joseph Butler

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