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“Providence certainly does not favor just certain individuals, but the deep wisdom of its counsel, instruction and ennoblement extends to all.” quote by Wilhelm von Humboldt — Download Open image

“Providence certainly does not favor just certain individuals, but the deep wisdom of its counsel, instruction and ennoblement extends to all.”

Wilhelm von Humboldt

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