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Many a thief is a better man than many a clergyman, and miles nearer to the gate of the kingdom.
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This page presents the quote "Many a thief is a better man than many a clergyman, and miles nearer to the gate of the kingdom.". Author of this quote is George MacDonald. This quote is about men, literature, better man, miles, thieves,.