Quote by Joanna Southcott

If they can prove that I am wrong by that time, I will give it up to their wisdom, but not after to any one's judgment, till I see the end of another year for the Lord will begin with a new century and I will see what he will do, before I will hearken to any man's judgment.


If they can prove that I am wrong by that time, I will give

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's reluctance to accept the judgment of others on a matter until they have proven them wrong within a specific timeframe. The speaker acknowledges the possibility of being proven wrong, but emphasizes placing more value on personal wisdom than the opinions of others. They assert the need to wait for the passage of a year, particularly with the approaching new century, to observe the actions and outcomes that unfold before heeding the judgment of anyone else.

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Wisdom
By Joanna Southcott
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