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He came by a leap to the goal of purpose, not by the toilsome steps of reason. On the instant his headlong spirit declared his purpose: this was the one being for him in all the world: at this altar he would light a lamp of devotion, and keep it burning forever.
Gilbert Parker
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"He came by a leap to the goal of purpose, not by the toilsome steps of reason. On the instant his headlong spirit declared his purpose: this was the one being for him in all the world: at this altar he would light a lamp of devotion, and keep it burning forever."
— Gilbert Parker

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He came by a leap to the goal of purpose, not by the toilsome steps of reason. On the instant his headlong spirit declared his purpose: this was the one being for him in all the world: at this altar he would light a lamp of devotion, and keep it burning forever. — Gilbert Parker

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Gilbert Parker was a Politician from United Kingdom (1862–1932).

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Who said "He came by a leap to the goal of purpose, not by the toilsome steps of reason.…"?
This quote is attributed to Gilbert Parker, a Politician from United Kingdom.
When did Gilbert Parker live?
Gilbert Parker lived from 1862 – 1932.