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filial
"Of or pertaining to a son or daughter" (OED).
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scruples
"A thought or circumstance that troubles the mind or conscience; a doubt, uncertainty or hesitation in regard to right and wrong, duty, propriety, etc.; esp. one which is regarded as over-refined or over-nice, or which causes a person to hesitate where others would be bolder to act" (OED).
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Hunsford, near Westerham, Kent
This photo shows the map of England where Kent is located. This is where Mr. Collins was at during the time of his letter.
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and not lead you to reject the offered olive-branch
After the great flood, Moses released a dove from the ark to see if the water has receded. The dove returned with an olive leaf in its mouth which was a sign from God that the water is gone and that there is peace.
Genesis 8:11 KJV
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se’nnight
"A period of seven (days and) nights; a week" (OED).
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iniquitous
"Characterized by or full of iniquity; grossly unjust or unrighteous; wicked" (OED).
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