Quote by John Wesley

Cleanliness is indeed next to godliness.

Cleanliness is indeed next to godliness.

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This quote implies that cleanliness is highly valued and connected to spirituality or holiness. It suggests that maintaining cleanliness, whether in personal hygiene, the environment, or one's surroundings, is a virtue that contributes to one's spiritual well-being. By emphasizing the importance of cleanliness, this quote underlines the idea that purity and moral integrity are closely linked to spiritual and divine qualities.

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