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A collection of scriptural meditations from Saints and Fathers of the Church.

Nothing is better than to realize one's weakness and ignorance, and nothing is worse than not to be aware of them.

A little fire softens a large piece of wax. So, too, a small indignity often softens, sweetens and wipes away suddenly all the fierceness, insensibility & hardness of our heart.

One who is capable of seeing himself is better than one who has been made worthy to see angels.

Most of us call ourselves sinners, and perhaps really think it; but it is indignity that tests the heart.

A wise elder gives the following advice to monks and youth alike: 'Avoid eating foods which are to your liking, but, preferably, eat the simplest foods, and be thankful to God, Who also sends you these.'

During a time of disturbance and warfare of thoughts, one should lessen a little even the ordinary quantity of food and drink.

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Just as a moth devours clothing and a worm devours wood, so dejection devours a man’s soul.

Self-knowledge is a true idea of one's spiritual growth, and an unbroken remembrance of one's slightest sins.

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