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fits us for the ſociety of more exalted beings. Our philanthrophy is a proof, we are told, that we are capable of loving our Creator. Indeed this divine love, or charity, appears to me the principal trait that remains of the illuſtrious image of the Deity, which was originally ſtampt on the ſoul, and which is to be renewed. Exalted views will raiſe the mind above trifling cares, and the many little weakneſſes, which make us a torment to ourſelves and others. Our temper will gradually improve, and vanity, which "the creature is made ſubject to," has not an entire dominion.
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