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He who made all men hath made the truths necessary to human happiness obvious to all. Our forefathers opened the Bible to all.
Samuel Adams
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What this quote means

Human happiness is based on universal truths that are evident to everyone, and these truths are accessible through the Bible.

In this quote, Samuel Adams emphasizes that the truths essential for human happiness are made clear by the creator and are available to everyone. He highlights the role of the Bible as a guiding source that has been made accessible by our ancestors, suggesting that understanding these truths can lead to a fulfilling life.

Themes

HappinessTruthBibleHumanHappinessObviousForefathers

In practice

Example use cases

This quote can be used in a sermon to emphasize the importance of the Bible in understanding happiness.

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