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Here they are, a mighty army, one hundred thousand strong, without arms or banners, the advance-guard of a yet larger army.
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gutenberg.orgEditor's note · Context
This metaphor illustrates the strength and unity of the movement for emancipation, likening supporters to a powerful army.
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Nor should we be too impatient to witness the fulfilment of our aspirations.
Far above any flickering light or battle-lantern of party is the everlasting sun of Truth, in whose beams are the duties of men.
Without yielding to any of these extreme views with regard to the mischiefs or the benefits of party, all should agree that the only true and legitimate object of such an association is to uphold, advance, and develop certain principles…
The first is a heavenly sentiment, from God: the other is a device of this world.
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