"The Lord sometimes allows people who are devoted……" — Seraphim of Sarov
"The Lord sometimes allows people who are devoted to Him to fall into such dreadful vices; and this is in order to prevent them from falling into a still greater sin-pride. Your temptation will pass and you will spend the remaining days of your life in humility. Only do not forget your sin."
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17 Quotes by Seraphim of Sarov
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