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“A Christian has a union with Jesus Christ more noble, more intimate and more perfect than the members of a human body have with their head.”

Quote by John Eudes

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John Eudes, born on November 14, 1601, and died on August 19, 1680, was a French Catholic saint known for his theological writings and contributions to religious life. He is considered one of the key figures in the Catholic spiritual revival in France. more

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