But when ye shall hear of wars and commotions, be not terrified: for these things must first come to pass; but the end is not by and by.
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With much curiosity those about Christ ask as to the time when the great desolation should be. He answers with clearness and fulness, as far as was necessary to teach them their duty; for all knowledge is desirable as far as it is in order to practice.