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One generation passeth away and another generation cometh, but the earth abideth forever." It is of the first importance to duly consider and estimate this ever-enduring part.
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gutenberg.orgAbraham Lincoln: “One generation passeth away and another generation cometh, but the earth abideth forever." It is of the first importance…”
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Lincoln reflects on the enduring nature of the earth and the passage of generations, emphasizing the importance of continuity.
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