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Quotations by Gilpin, Bernard


I hate to see a thing done by halves; if it be right, do it boldly; if it be wrong, leave it undone.

Bernard Gilpin (1517-1583) English theologian and clergyman
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Added on 8-Jun-15 | Last updated 8-Jun-15
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Topics: boldness, deeds, determination, half measures, judgment, namby-pamby, partial, uncommitted, weakness, whole-heartedly
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