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“The longer we remain without confessing, the worse it is for us, the more entangled we become in the bonds of sin, and therefore the more difficult it is to give an account.”

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John of Kronstadt
John of Kronstadt

John of Kronstadt (1829-1908) was a Russian saint known for his piety and miracles. Born on October 19, 1829, he passed away on December 20, 1908. more

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