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Frederick Faber

Hymn writer and theologian quoted on divine love and the soul's rest.

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Also known as Faber

First appearance: ix meekness and rest

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With Unknown Narrator (professional): Frederick Faber is a hymn writer and theologian whose works are quoted by the narrator to express deep spiritual longing. With The Godhead (psychological): Frederick Faber's hymns…

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UNUnknown NarratorTGThe GodheadTHThe Holy SpiritJCJesus ChristSESelfFFFrederick Faber

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  • Divine and Mystical Voices
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  • Patriarchal Faith and Self

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  • Escalation
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  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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