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Quote by Laurence Sterne
Religion which lays so many restraints upon us, is a troublesome c

Religion which lays so many restraints upon us, is a troublesome companion to those who will lay no restraints upon themselves. – Laurence Sterne

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A large volume of adventures may be grasped within this little span of life, by him who interests his heart in everything. – Laurence Sterne

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