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Whoever strives for good must be prepared to endure evil. View quote
John of Damascus
The whole earth is a living icon of the face of God. View quote
John of Damascus
In former times, God, who is without form or body, could never be depicted. But now when God is seen in the flesh conversing with men, I make an image of the God whom I see. I do not worship matter; I worship the Creator of matter who became matter for my sake. View quote
John of Damascus
I do not worship matter; I worship the Creator of matter who became matter for my sake. View quote
John of Damascus
If a pagan asks you to show him your faith, take him into church and place him before the icons. View quote
John of Damascus