This was the man who, asked to compare the Greek practice of married clergy with the Roman one of clerical celibacy, had remarked: ‘We think ours wor… - Morris West

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This was the man who, asked to compare the Greek practice of married clergy with the Roman one of clerical celibacy, had remarked: ‘We think ours works better. After all, if you want labourers in the vineyard, why stop them bringing their lunch?

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About Morris West

Morris Langlo West (26 April 1916 – 9 October 1999) was an Australian novelist and playwright.

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Alternative Names: Morris Langlo West Michael East Julian Morris
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