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A woman cannot live without Faith. Either she lives for a period of time without Faith and then soon returns to Faith in God, or she quickly begins to go to pieces. It is another matter for a man; it is possible for him to live without Faith. He hardens completely and becomes a pillar of salt and so he lives stiff and cold.
But a woman can not live like this.
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Saint Barsanuphius
Living Without Hypocrisy
spiritual counsels of the Optina Elders
We have one sword, the Prayer of Jesus. It is said, strike the unseen enemies with this sword, for there is no more powerful weapon, either in Heaven or on earth.
Saint Barsanuphius
Living Without Hypocrisy, Spiritual Counsels of the Holy Elders of Optina
All of life is a wonderful mystery, known only to God. In life there is not just an accidental chain of events – everything is providential.
Saint Barsanuphius
Living Without Hypocrisy – Spiritual Counsels of the Holy Elders of Optina.
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