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It is of some consequence for a man to forego his own inclinations, even in matters of no great importance.

It is of some consequence for a man to forego his own inclinations, even in matters of no great importance.

Approximate author period: c. 1425 AD · medieval

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Author or tradition
Thomas À Kempis
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Approximate author period: c. 1425 AD · medieval
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Recorded source
Dictionary of Quotations (1893) (1893 AD)

Printed citation: Thomas à Kempis. · page_205

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