used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading In particular, they grow in humility, through a deeper sense of inward corruption, and a clearer view of the perfect character of the Saviour.
move forward, also in the metaphorical sense
From this reading The fruits of the Spirit ripen fast, as they advance to the close of mortal existence.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading In particular, they grow in humility, through a deeper sense of inward corruption, and a clearer view of the perfect character of the Saviour.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The great question of their own personal salvation, the quality of their faith, the sincerity of their love, and the purity of their hope, are in continual exercise.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The fruits of the Spirit ripen fast, as they advance to the close of mortal existence.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
bodilyadverbUS /ˈbɑːdəli/
in bodily form
From this reading Disease and bodily weakness make the thoughts of eternity recur with frequency and power.
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading In particular, they grow in humility, through a deeper sense of inward corruption, and a clearer view of the perfect character of the Saviour.
cleareradjectiveUS /ˈklɪrər/
comparative of “clear” — readily apparent to the mind
From this reading In particular, they grow in humility, through a deeper sense of inward corruption, and a clearer view of the perfect character of the Saviour.
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading The fruits of the Spirit ripen fast, as they advance to the close of mortal existence.
continualadjectiveUS /kənˈtɪnjuːəl/
recurring regularly or frequently in a prolonged and closely spaced series
From this reading The great question of their own personal salvation, the quality of their faith, the sincerity of their love, and the purity of their hope, are in continual exercise.
corruptionnounUS /kərˈʌpʃən/
lack of integrity or honesty (especially susceptibility to bribery); use of a position of trust for dishonest gain
From this reading In particular, they grow in humility, through a deeper sense of inward corruption, and a clearer view of the perfect character of the Saviour.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
comparative of “deeply” — to a great depth psychologically or emotionally
From this reading In particular, they grow in humility, through a deeper sense of inward corruption, and a clearer view of the perfect character of the Saviour.
DiseasenounUS /dɪˈziːz/
an impairment of health or a condition of abnormal functioning
From this reading Disease and bodily weakness make the thoughts of eternity recur with frequency and power.
emanating from God
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
eternitynounUS /ɪˈtɜːrnəti/
time without end
From this reading Disease and bodily weakness make the thoughts of eternity recur with frequency and power.
the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit
From this reading The great question of their own personal salvation, the quality of their faith, the sincerity of their love, and the purity of their hope, are in continual exercise.
the state or fact of existing
From this reading The fruits of the Spirit ripen fast, as they advance to the close of mortal existence.
undergo or live through a difficult experience
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
From this reading The great question of their own personal salvation, the quality of their faith, the sincerity of their love, and the purity of their hope, are in continual exercise.
steadfast in affection or allegiance
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form)
From this reading The fruits of the Spirit ripen fast, as they advance to the close of mortal existence.
followersnounUS /ˈfɑːloʊərz/
a group of followers or enthusiasts
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
frequencynounUS /ˈfriːkwənsi/
the number of occurrences within a given time period
From this reading Disease and bodily weakness make the thoughts of eternity recur with frequency and power.
fruitsnounUS /fruːts/
plural of “fruit” — the ripened reproductive body of a seed plant
From this reading The fruits of the Spirit ripen fast, as they advance to the close of mortal existence.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading The great question of their own personal salvation, the quality of their faith, the sincerity of their love, and the purity of their hope, are in continual exercise.
pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become
From this reading In particular, they grow in humility, through a deeper sense of inward corruption, and a clearer view of the perfect character of the Saviour.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading The great question of their own personal salvation, the quality of their faith, the sincerity of their love, and the purity of their hope, are in continual exercise.
humilitynounUS /hjuːˈmɪlɪti/
a disposition to be humble; a lack of false pride
From this reading In particular, they grow in humility, through a deeper sense of inward corruption, and a clearer view of the perfect character of the Saviour.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
inwardadjectiveUS /ˈɪnwərd/
relating to or existing in the mind or thoughts
From this reading In particular, they grow in humility, through a deeper sense of inward corruption, and a clearer view of the perfect character of the Saviour.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
Lord'snounUS /lɔːrdz/
possessive form of “lord” — terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading The great question of their own personal salvation, the quality of their faith, the sincerity of their love, and the purity of their hope, are in continual exercise.
engage in
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
subject to death
From this reading The fruits of the Spirit ripen fast, as they advance to the close of mortal existence.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading The great question of their own personal salvation, the quality of their faith, the sincerity of their love, and the purity of their hope, are in continual exercise.
unique or specific to a person or thing or category
From this reading In particular, they grow in humility, through a deeper sense of inward corruption, and a clearer view of the perfect character of the Saviour.
being complete of its kind and without defect or blemish
From this reading In particular, they grow in humility, through a deeper sense of inward corruption, and a clearer view of the perfect character of the Saviour.
an amount of time
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality
From this reading The great question of their own personal salvation, the quality of their faith, the sincerity of their love, and the purity of their hope, are in continual exercise.
a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading Disease and bodily weakness make the thoughts of eternity recur with frequency and power.
gradual improvement or growth or development
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
puritynounUS /ˈpjʊrəti/
being undiluted or unmixed with extraneous material
From this reading The great question of their own personal salvation, the quality of their faith, the sincerity of their love, and the purity of their hope, are in continual exercise.
an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone
From this reading The great question of their own personal salvation, the quality of their faith, the sincerity of their love, and the purity of their hope, are in continual exercise.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading The great question of their own personal salvation, the quality of their faith, the sincerity of their love, and the purity of their hope, are in continual exercise.
rapidadjectiveUS /ˈræpəd/
done or occurring in a brief period of time
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
recurverbUS /rɪˈkɜːr/
happen or occur again
From this reading Disease and bodily weakness make the thoughts of eternity recur with frequency and power.
removeverbUS /riˈmuːv/
remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
ripenverbUS /ˈraɪpən/
cause to ripen or develop fully
From this reading The fruits of the Spirit ripen fast, as they advance to the close of mortal existence.
salvationnounUS /sælˈveɪʃən/
(theology) the act of delivering from sin or saving from evil
From this reading The great question of their own personal salvation, the quality of their faith, the sincerity of their love, and the purity of their hope, are in continual exercise.
Saviournoun
a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29)
From this reading In particular, they grow in humility, through a deeper sense of inward corruption, and a clearer view of the perfect character of the Saviour.
a general conscious awareness
From this reading In particular, they grow in humility, through a deeper sense of inward corruption, and a clearer view of the perfect character of the Saviour.
sinceritynounUS /sɪnˈserəti/
an earnest and sincere feeling
From this reading The great question of their own personal salvation, the quality of their faith, the sincerity of their love, and the purity of their hope, are in continual exercise.
the vital principle or animating force within living things
From this reading The fruits of the Spirit ripen fast, as they advance to the close of mortal existence.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Disease and bodily weakness make the thoughts of eternity recur with frequency and power.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading In particular, they grow in humility, through a deeper sense of inward corruption, and a clearer view of the perfect character of the Saviour.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
a fact that has been verified
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
unfrequently
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From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading In particular, they grow in humility, through a deeper sense of inward corruption, and a clearer view of the perfect character of the Saviour.
a flaw or weak point
From this reading Disease and bodily weakness make the thoughts of eternity recur with frequency and power.
at the time that
From this reading It has not unfrequently been observed, that when it is the Lord's pleasure to remove any of his faithful followers out of this life at an early period of their course, they make rapid progress in the experience of Divine truth.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Disease and bodily weakness make the thoughts of eternity recur with frequency and power.
