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Prayer of a Doctor in Ancient Egypt. Quote

Lord, give me strength and ability to understand when I can heal,but give me the wisdom to understand when my profession is useless.

Prayer of a Doctor in Ancient Egypt.

Lord, give me strength and ability to understand when I can heal,but give me the wisdom to understand when my profession is useless.

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