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The second step in the graded series of enticements is that of riches , but riches as a means to power . Here the argument of Satan is partly grounded on the historical situation . The Saviour's " high designs are interpreted by His ...
The second step in the graded series of enticements is that of riches , but riches as a means to power . Here the argument of Satan is partly grounded on the historical situation . The Saviour's " high designs are interpreted by His ...
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The offer of riches as a means to power is succeeded by that of power as a means to glory . Satan's discourse is lacking in conviction ; Christ's reply is an eloquent and easy exposition of Milton's developed thoughts on fame .
The offer of riches as a means to power is succeeded by that of power as a means to glory . Satan's discourse is lacking in conviction ; Christ's reply is an eloquent and easy exposition of Milton's developed thoughts on fame .
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Let us therefore , using this last means , last here spoken of , but first to be done , amend our lives with all speed ; lest through impenitency we run into that stupidly which we now seek all means so warily to avoid , the worst of ...
Let us therefore , using this last means , last here spoken of , but first to be done , amend our lives with all speed ; lest through impenitency we run into that stupidly which we now seek all means so warily to avoid , the worst of ...
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