Quotemeal: Apr. 9th, 1954

Friday, April 9, 1954

"Concepts create idols, only wonder grasps anything."
— Gregory of Nyssa

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Illustration of Gregory of Nyssa — "Concepts create idols, only wonder grasps anything."

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Quotemeal is a daily dose of Christian quotes to inspire and encourage.