“Professions of humility are the very cream, the very essence of pride; the really humble person wishes to be, and not to appear so. Humility is timorous, and starts at her shadow; and so delicate that if she hears her name pronounced it endangers her existence.”
Quote by Saint Francis de Sales
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Saint Francis de Sales
Saint Francis de Sales, born on August 16, 1567, and died on December 28, 1622, was the Bishop of Geneva. Known for his profound theological knowledge and exceptional pastoral skills, he is hailed as the 'Saint of France'. During the Reformation period, he dedicated himself to reconciling Catholicism with Protestantism, and his writings have had a profound impact on subsequent generations. more
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