"The confession of evil works is the first beginning of good works."

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Source: Tractates on the Gospel of John by Saint Augustine, tractate XII on John 3:6-21, § 13,

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Saint Augustine

Theologian, Philosopher

Saint Augustine was a theologian and philosopher whose works, particularly 'Confessions,' profoundly influenced Christian thought and Western philosophy.

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