Medical practice is not knitting and weaving and the labor of the hands, but it must be inspired with soul and be filled with understanding and equipped with the gift of keen observation . . .
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He, however, who begins with Metaphysics, will not only become confused in matters of religion, but will fall into complete infidelity.
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