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Quote by Mark the Evangelist

“A humble man who lives a spiritual life, when he reads the Holy Scriptures, while relate all things to himself and not to others.”

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Mark the Evangelist

Mark the Evangelist, born in 1 AD and died on April 26, 68 AD, was an ancient Christian missionary and author. He is the author of the Gospel of Mark, one of the four Gospels in the New Testament, and is considered one of the pioneers of early Christianity. Mark's life and writings had a profound impact on the spread of Christianity. more

“Every one is fond of comparing himself to something great and grandiose, as Louis XIV likened himself to the sun, and others have had like similes. I am more humble. I am a mere street scavenger (chiffonier) of science. With my hook in my hand and my basket on my back, I go about the streets of science, collecting what I find.”

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“Renunciation is not getting rid of the things of this world, but accepting that they pass away.”

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“In criticizing, the teacher is hoping to teach. That's all.”

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“The true meaning of the precepts is that one should refrain not only from drinking alcohol but also from getting drunk on nirvana.”

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