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Augustine of Hippo Quotes: The confession of evil works is the first beginning of good works.
         

The confession of evil works is the first beginning of good works.


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This page presents the quote "The confession of evil works is the first beginning of good works.". Author of this quote is Augustine of Hippo. This quote is about spiritual-discipline, confession, sin,.