Faith is to believe what you do not yet see;
the reward for this faith is to see what you believe.

This is the very perfection of a man, to find out his own imperfections.

Do you wish to rise? Begin by descending.
You plan a tower that will pierce the clouds?
Lay first the foundation of humility.

Since you cannot do good to all, you are to pay special attention
to those who, by the accidents of time, or place, or circumstances,
are brought into closer connection with you.

– Saint Augustine

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