Henry Ward Beecher: As ships meet at sea a moment together, when words of greeting must be spoken…
As ships meet at sea a moment together, when words of greeting must be spoken, and then away upon the deep; so men meet in this world; and I think we should cross no man's path without hailing him, and if he needs giving him supplies.
In today’s wordsAs ships meet at sea for a moment, exchange greetings, and sail on, so people meet in this world. I think we shouldn't cross anyone's path without a greeting and, if they need it, some supplies.
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