Providence

Famous quotes containing the word providence:

“What is Providence for you may be Nemesis for me.”
—Mason Cooley (b. 1927)

“If Germany is to become a colonising power, all I say is, “God speed her!” She becomes our ally and partner in the execution of the great purposes of Providence for the advantage of mankind.”
—W.E. (William Ewart)

“I never could believe that Providence had sent a few men into the world, ready booted and spurred to ride, and millions ready saddled and bridled to be ridden.”
—Richard Rumbold (1622–1685)