Charles Sumner: “Rarely have austere principles been expressed with more gentleness…”

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Rarely have austere principles been expressed with more gentleness than from their lips.

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This quote praises the Puritans for their ability to express strict principles with gentleness, showcasing their character.

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Charles Sumner: “Rarely have austere principles been expressed with more gentleness than from their lips.”