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Lord Byron

This is the patent age of new inventions for killing bodies, and for saving souls. All propagated with the best intentions.

Lord Byron

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Lord Byron is pointing out that the current era is marked by many inventions, some designed to harm people physically while others aim to protect or improve their spiritual well-being. Despite these opposing purposes, both types of inventions are promoted with sincere and positive motives.

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