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" power we allow infinite: Whatever he wills is executed: But neither man nor any other animal are happy: Therefore he does not will their happiness.

His wisdom is infinite: He is never mistaken in choosing the means to any end: But the course of nature tends not to human or animal felicity: Therefore it is not established for that purpose.

Through the whole compass of human knowledge, there are no inferences more certain and infallible than these.

In what respect, then, do his benevolence and mercy resemble the benevolence and mercy of men?