I perceive two things in Scotland of the most fearful omen: ignorance of theological truth, and a readiness to pride themselves in and boast of it.
Edward IrvingAbout author
- Author's profession: Clergyman
- Nationality: scottish
- Born: August 4, 1792
- Died: December 7, 1834
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