Quotemeal: Jun. 29th, 1947

Sunday, June 29, 1947

"A science which does not bring us nearer to God is worthless."
— Simone Weil

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Illustration of Simone Weil — "A science which does not bring us nearer to God is worthless."

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Quotemeal is a daily dose of Christian quotes to inspire and encourage.