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Emily Dickinson. A published source records them saying or writing it.

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Dickinson, E. (n.d.). Faith is a fine invention when Gentleman can see -- but microscopes are prudent in an emergency [Quotation]. Famous Quotations Network. Retrieved October 24, 2026, from https://www.famous-quotations.com/quotes/36799-faith-is-a-fine-invention-when-gentleman-can/

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Dickinson, Emily. “Faith is a fine invention when Gentleman can see -- but microscopes are prudent in an emergency” Famous Quotations Network, https://www.famous-quotations.com/quotes/36799-faith-is-a-fine-invention-when-gentleman-can/. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026.

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Dickinson, Emily. “Faith is a fine invention when Gentleman can see -- but microscopes are prudent in an emergency” Famous Quotations Network. Accessed October 24, 2026. https://www.famous-quotations.com/quotes/36799-faith-is-a-fine-invention-when-gentleman-can/.

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