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Idleness is a constant sin, and labor is a duty. Idleness is the devil's home for temptation and for unprofitable, read more
Idleness is a constant sin, and labor is a duty. Idleness is the devil's home for temptation and for unprofitable, distracting musings; while labor profit others and ourselves.
Neutrality is at times a graver sin than belligerence.
Neutrality is at times a graver sin than belligerence.
If it were possible to have a life absolutely free from every feeling of sin, what a terrifying vacuum it read more
If it were possible to have a life absolutely free from every feeling of sin, what a terrifying vacuum it would be!
The sinning is the best part of repentance.
The sinning is the best part of repentance.
Going to the opera, like getting drunk, is a sin that carries its own punishment with it.
Going to the opera, like getting drunk, is a sin that carries its own punishment with it.
I waive the quantum o' the sin,
The hazard of concealing:
But, och! it hardens a' within,
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I waive the quantum o' the sin,
The hazard of concealing:
But, och! it hardens a' within,
And petrifies the feeling!
My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not.
My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not.
A sin confessed is half forgiven.
A sin confessed is half forgiven.
Every sin brings its punishment with it.
Every sin brings its punishment with it.