Do all your work as though you had a thousand years to live… - Ann Lee

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Do all your work as though you had a thousand years to live; and as you would if you knew you must die tomorrow.

Ann Lee

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Ann Lee (February 29 1736 – September 8 1784), commonly known as Mother Ann Lee, was the founding leader of the Shakers, later changed to United Society of Believers in Christ's Second Appearing following her death. She was born during a time of the Evangelical revival in England, and became a figure that greatly influenced religion at this time, especially in the Americas.

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Alternative Names: Mother Ann Lee • Mother Ann • Ann Lee (“Mother Ann”)

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You ought never to speak to your children in a passion; for if you do, you will put devils into them.

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Do all your work as though you had a thousand years to live; and as you would if you knew you must die tomorrow. - Ann Lee

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