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“Our prayers and fastings are of less avail, unless they are aided by almsgiving.”

Quote by Cyprian

Book:Treatises (The Fathers of the Church, Volume 36)

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Treatises (The Fathers of the Church, Volume 36)

This volume includes works from various early Christian authors, exploring theological concepts and philosophical ideas central to the development of Christian thought. more

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Cyprian, an early 3rd-century Christian theologian and bishop, is believed to have died on September 14, 258. He is considered one of the early Latin Church Fathers and is known for his contributions to Christian doctrine and morality. more

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