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# William Griffith Thomas

(1861–1924)   Cleric

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William Griffith Thomas was a cleric, best known for *The principles of theology: An Introduction to the Thirty-Nine Articles*.

## Quick Facts About William Griffith Thomas

Born January 1, 1861

Died January 1, 1924

Profession Cleric

Notable works The principles of theology: An Introduction to the Thirty-Nine Articles

## About William Griffith Thomas

William Henry Griffith Thomas was an Anglican cleric and scholar from the English-Welsh border country. He has been quoted by theologian Alister McGrath in the science-versus-religion debate.

##  Quotes by William Griffith Thomas

> [He is the greatest influence in the world today. There is... a fifth Gospel being written - the work of Jesus Christ…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/william-griffith-thomas/he-is-the-greatest-influence-in-the-world-today-there-is-a-fifth/)

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> [The 'good food' is...the food of the Word of God, for as food builds up the tissues of the body, repairs waste,…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/william-griffith-thomas/the-good-food-is-the-food-of-the-word-of-god-for-as-food-builds-up/)

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> [We cannot make up for failure in our devotional life by redoubling energy in service. We shall never take people beyond our…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/william-griffith-thomas/we-cannot-make-up-for-failure-in-our-devotional-life-by-redoubling/)

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