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Quote by Clare of Assisi

“Our labor here is brief, but the reward is eternal. Do not be disturbed by the clamor of the world, which passes like a shadow. Do not let false delights of a deceptive world deceive you.”

Quote by Clare of Assisi

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Clare of Assisi
Clare of Assisi

Clare of Assisi, born on July 16, 1194 in Assisi, Italy, and died on August 11, 1253, was a Christian saint and a co-founder of the Franciscan Order. Known for her piety, simplicity, and charitable lifestyle, she had a profound impact on posterity. more

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