Quote by King James I, A Counterblast to

Herein is not only a great vanity, but a great contempt of God's good gifts, that the sweetness of man's breath, being a good gift of God, should be wilfully corrupted by this stinking smoke.

Herein is not only a great vanity, but a great contempt of G

Summary

This quote implies that intentionally polluting one's breath with smoke is not only an act of vanity but also a disregard for the gifts bestowed by God. By willingly contaminating the natural sweetness of breath, which is considered a divine blessing, individuals show contempt for God's good creations. The quote highlights how smoking tarnishes a pure and natural element of the human body, reflecting a disdain for the gifts provided by a higher power.

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By King James I, A Counterblast to

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