Henry Ward Beecher: “Many are found, both North and South, whose conduct over-rules their…”

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Many are found, both North and South, whose conduct over-rules their theory, and who are better or worse than their belief.

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Henry Ward Beecher

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Beecher notes that people's actions often contradict their stated beliefs, revealing deeper truths.

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