Quote by Thomas Aquinas
Temperance is simply a disposition of the mind which binds the pas

Temperance is simply a disposition of the mind which binds the passion. – Thomas Aquinas

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Pray thee, spare, thyself at times: for it becomes a wise man sometimes to relax the high pressure of his attention to work. – Thomas Aquinas

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The theologian considers sin mainly as an offence against God; the moral philosopher as contrary to reasonableness. – Thomas Aquinas

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