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Dear teachers,

Please read the sentence by Thomas Jefferson:

I tremble for my country when I reflect that God is just.

I guess this sentence means that there is some evil in the country and God is going to punish it. Is that right?

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Thank you in advance.

Jiang
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Dear teachers,

Please read the sentence by Thomas Jefferson:

I tremble for my country when I reflect that God is just.

I guess this sentence means that there is some evil in the country and God is going to punish it. Is that right?

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Thank you in advance.

Jiang
Yes, I agree with your interpretation.
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Dear Mike,

Thank you very much for your reply. Now I see.

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Dear Mike,

Thank you very much for your reply. Now I see.

Jiang
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