Published version, in the Atlantic Monthly (February 1862).
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I have read a fiery gospel writ in burnished rows of steel:
"As ye deal with my contemners, so with you my grace shall deal;
Let the Hero, born of woman, crush the serpent with his heel,
Since God is marching on."
— Julia Ward Howe
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"As ye deal with my contemners, so with you my grace shall deal;
Let the Hero, born of woman, crush the serpent with his heel,
Since God is marching on."" in the context of "Published version, in the Atlantic Monthly (February 1862)." to mean that wisdom is timeless.
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About Julia Ward Howe
Julia Ward Howe (27 May 1819 – 17 October 1910) was an American writer, poet, and social activist.
About Julia Ward Howe
Julia Ward Howe (27 May 1819 – 17 October 1910) was an American writer, poet, and social activist.
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