Quotemeal: Jun. 9th, 1947

Monday, June 9, 1947

"Humility is the root, mother, nurse, foundation, and bond of all virtue."
— St. John Chrysostom

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Illustration of St. John Chrysostom — "Humility is the root, mother, nurse, foundation, and bond of all virtue."

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Quotemeal is a daily dose of Christian quotes to inspire and encourage.