Quote by James Thomson

A little, round, fat, oily man of God.

A little, round, fat, oily man of God.

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This quote provides a concise and straightforward description of a person who is a religious figure. The choice of words such as "little, round, fat, oily" suggests a physical appearance that may be unconventional or unflattering. The addition of "of God" indicates that this individual is involved in religious matters, implying that their role may be associated with spirituality or faith. The quote offers a quick impression of this individual's physical and perhaps spiritual characteristics.

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