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“Habit is overcome by habit. [Lat., Consuetudo consuetudine vincitur.]”

Quote by Thomas a Kempis

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Thomas a Kempis

Thomas a Kempis (1380 - July 25, 1471) was a German canon, known for his spiritual writings. He is best known for his work 'The Imitation of Christ,' which has had a profound impact on Christian thought and practice. more

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Book:The Imitation of Christ; Or, the Ecclesiastical Music

Source: The Imitation of Christ; Or, the Ecclesiastical Music

“Our own opinion of ourselves should be lower than that formed by others, for we have a better chance at our imperfections.”

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“Few spirits are made better by the pain and languor of sickness; as few great pilgrims become eminent saints.”

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“When desire dies, fear is born.”

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Source: The Art of Worldly Wisdom

“If thou hadst simplicity and purity, thou wouldst be able to comprehend all things without error, and behold them without danger. The pure heart safely pervades not only heaven, but hell.”

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“If thou canst not make thyself such an one as thou wouldst, how canst thou expect to have another in all things to thy liking?”

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“Love flies, runs, and rejoices; it is free and nothing can hold it back.”

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“The good devout man first makes inner preparation for the actions he has later to perform. His outward actions do not draw him into lust and vice; rather it is he who bends them into the shape of reason and right judgement. Who has a stiffer battle to fight than the man who is striving to conquer himself.”

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Author:Thomas a Kempis