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The beginning of salvation—to condemn yourself.
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It is better to throw a random stone than a [random] word.
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Be towards everyone as you want everyone to be [towards you].
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Exercise justice more in deed than word.
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Pious is the one, not who shows mercy to many, but who does wrong to none.
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Better the life lived with good courage on a bed of straw, than to be troubled upon a bed of gold.
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Pleasant among friends is one who nourishes the soul.
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Revere God through acts, hymn [God] in word[s], honor [God] in thought.
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A priest is made by prudence, lifestyle, and noble birth.
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The worst [fate] is to be a servant of shameful passions.
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Use word[s] to teach virtue, but deed[s] to proclaim it.
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Do not regard having virtue as the Good, but rather [doing it] as needed.
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By honoring the law you will live in accordance with the law.
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A foreigner is one for whom the things of the world are foreign.
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The envious damages himself, for as soon as he utters evil concerning another he brings down evil on himself.
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Do not either flatter or provoke the wealthy.
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While wine strengthens the body, the soul [is strengthened] by the word of God.
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Do not make use of foods that are enjoyable, but rather those that are beneficial.
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By attempting to please the crowds, you become like the crowds.
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Above all else strike out at the body.
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Eager for work is he who has plenty of time
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Do not approve the outer dress of a Christian man, but rather [his] soul's thoughts and purposes.
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To accuse the blameless one—a sin against God.
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From ears and tongue the danger is great.
