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“Highest Providence often works a wonderful miracle: that of having evil men make others who are evil to become good.”

Quote by Severinus of Noricum

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Severinus of Noricum

Severinus of Noricum, also known as Severinus von Noricum, was a saint who lived from 410 to 482 AD. He was born in the Roman Empire and is known for his activities in the region that is now Austria, renowned for his devout life and care for the poor. more

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