Whoever you may be, always have God before your eyes; whatever you do, do it according to the testimony of the holy Scriptures; in whatever place you live, do not easily leave it. Keep these three precepts and you will be saved.
Anthony the GreatThe fruits of the earth are not brought to perfection immediately, but by time, rain and care; similarly, the fruits of men ripen through ascetic practice, study, time, perseverance, self-control and patience.
Anthony the GreatIntelligent men have no need to listen to much talk, but should attend only to that which is profitable and guided by God's will.
Anthony the GreatTo say that God turns away from the sinful is like saying that the sun hides from the blind.
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