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Thomas a Kempis Quotes: Of what use is a long life, if we amend so little? Alas, a long life often adds to our sins rather than to our virtue!
         

Of what use is a long life, if we amend so little? Alas, a long life often adds to our sins rather than to our virtue!


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First keep peace with yourself, then you can also bring peace to others.



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Don't think so much about who is for or against you, rather give all your care, that God be with you in everything you do.



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