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Then, in the next place, we must know that every being which is endowed with reason, and transgresses its statutes and l
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"Then, in the next place, we must know that every being which is endowed with reason, and transgresses its statutes and limitations, is undoubtedly involved in sin by swerving from rectitude and justice"

- Origen

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Origen's quote is a reminder that all beings with factor have an obligation to act in accordance with rectitude and justice. He is recommending that when we fail to do so, we are committing a sin. This indicates that we have an ethical commitment to act in such a way that is just and right. It likewise suggests that when we stop working to do so, we are not only doing wrong, but we are also transgressing the laws of nature and of society. This quote is a tip that we ought to strive to act in a way that remains in line with our ethical obligations and that we ought to not be swayed by our own desires or by the desires of others. We need to make every effort to act in a way that is in line with justice and rectitude.

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This quote is written / told by Origen. He/she was a famous Theologian. The author also have 19 other quotes.

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