By labor and intent study (which I take to be my portion in this life)…

John Milton
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By labor and intent study (which I take to be my portion in this life), joined with the strong propensity of nature, I might perhaps leave something so written to after-times, as they should not willingly let it die. ✨ 'The Reason of Church Government' (1642) bk. 2, introduction
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By labor and intent study (which I take to be my portion in this life), joined with the strong propensity of nature, I might perhaps leave something so written to after-times, as they should not willingly let it die. ✨ 'The Reason of Church Government' (1642) bk. 2, introduction

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