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Civilization today reminds me of an ape with a blowtorch playing i

Civilization today reminds me of an ape with a blowtorch playing in a room full of dynamite. It looks like the monkeys are about to operate the zoo, and the inmates are taking over the asylum. – Vance Havner

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The vision must be followed by the venture. It is not enough to stare up the steps — we must step up the stairs. – Vance Havner

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You havent lost anything when you know were it is. Death can hide but not divide. – Vance Havner

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