William Shakespeare Quotes

We, ignorant of ourselves, Beg often our own harms, which the wise powers Deny us for our good; so find we profit By losing of our prayers.

William Shakespeare

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• We, ignorant of ourselves, Beg often our own harms, which the wise powers Deny us for our good; so find we profit By losing of our prayers.

  

  William Shakespeare
  • Prayer
  • Wise
  • Losing