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To a useless question we should answer only by silence. — St. Vincent Ferrer.
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We should not judge things by their exterior or appearance, but consider what they are in the sight of God, and whether they be according to His good pleasure. — St. Vincent de Paul.
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Preserve purity of conscience with care, and never do anything to sully it or render it less agreeable to God. — St. Thomas Aquinas.
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Give not thyself too much to any one. He who gives himself too freely is generally the least acceptable.— Bl. Henry Suso.
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Affliction strengthens the vigor of our soul, whereas happiness weakens it. — St. Gregory the Great.
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To acquire purity of the soul, it is necessary to guard against passing judgment on our neighbor, or useless remarks on his conduct. — St. Catherine of Siena.
