Last Words of Saints and Sinners: 700 Final Quotes from the Famous, the Infamous, and the Inspiring Figures of History

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Kregel Publications - Religion - 240 pages
The last words of the dying have fascinated readers throughout history. They reveal the fears, hopes, courage, and legacies of both the famous and not-so-famous. This collection of seven hundred quotes includes the last words of commoners, atheists, poets, and politicians along with noted Christians and martyrs. Excellent for casual reading and as a ready reference source for the pastor or public speaker.

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I The Cameos of Death
21
II The Modes of Death
29
III Farewells at Death
41
IV The Company of Martyrs
137
V Records of Dying Words
161
VI The Scottish Covenanters
183
VII The Fear of Death
209
VIII The Art of Dying Well
217
IX The Death of the Saints
227
Index
233
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