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Saint Augustine Quotes

Complete abstinence is easier than perfect moderation.
Saint Augustine

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Date of Birth:
November 13, 354
Date of Death:
August 28, 430
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Hear the other side.
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Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe.
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The World is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.
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