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“When tempted, the shortest and surest way is to act like a little child at the breast; when we show it a frightful monster, it shrinks back and buries its face in its mother's bosom, that it may no longer behold it.”

Quote by Francois Fenelon

Book:Spiritual Progress

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Spiritual Progress

Spiritual Progress explores the journey of enhancing one's spiritual well-being and inner development through various practices and philosophies. more

Author

Francois Fenelon

French poet born on August 6, 1651, and died on January 7, 1715. Francois Fenelon is renowned for his poetic works, which are characterized by their unique style and rich emotions, and have had a profound impact on the development of poetry both in France and around the world. more

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