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own passed in the contemplation of the works of 

 nature is the part which I most approve which 

 has been most conducive to my happiness ; and, 

 perhaps, from the sensations excited by the wisdom 

 and benevolence perceived, not wholly unprofitable 

 to a final state, and which might be passed again, 

 could I but obtain a clearer comprehension of the 

 ways of Infinite Wisdom. If in my profound 

 ignorance I received such gratification and plea- 

 sure \ what would have been my enjoyment and 

 satisfaction, " if the secrets of the Most High 

 had been with me, and when by His light I had 

 walked through darkness ?" 



