E. F. L. Wood, 1st Earl of Halifax Quotes

The several sorts of religion in the world are little more than so many spiritual monopolies.

E. F. L. Wood, 1st Earl of Halifax

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  E. F. L. Wood, 1st Earl of Halifax
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