In the morning was again distressed as soon as I waked, hearing much talk about the world and … - David Brainerd

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Poverty does not cause violence and terrorism. Lack of education does not cause terrorism.

David Brainerd

In the morning was again distressed as soon as I waked, hearing much talk about the world and the things of it. I perceived the men were in some measure afraid of me; and I discoursed something about sanctifying the sabbath, if possible to solemnize their minds: but when they were at a little distance, they again talked freely about secular affairs. Oh, I thought what a hell it would be, to live with such men to eternity!

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