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# Robert Forman Horton

(1855–1934)   Academic

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Robert Forman Horton was an academic, best known for *Inspiration and the Bible*.

## Quick Facts About Robert Forman Horton

Born September 18, 1855

Died January 1, 1934

Profession Academic

Notable works Inspiration and the Bible

## About Robert Forman Horton

Robert Forman Horton was an English clergyman and writer. He was minister of Lyndhurst Road Congregational Church, Hampstead, a position he held for 50 years.

##  Quotes by Robert Forman Horton

> [Therefore, whether the desire for prayer is on you or not, get to your closet at the set time; shut yourself in…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/robert-forman-horton/therefore-whether-the-desire-for-prayer-is-on-you-or-not-get-to-your/)

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> [Success lies, not in achieving what you aim at, but in aiming at what you ought to achieve, and pressing forward, sure…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/robert-forman-horton/success-lies-not-in-achieving-what-you-aim-at-but-in-aiming-at-what/)

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