“David also speaks in the Psalms and says, "I made my iniquity known and did not cover my sin. I said, 'I will proclaim my injustice against myself,' and you have forgiven the impiety of my heart." You see, therefore, that "to proclaim the sin" is to deserve the forgiveness of sin. For the devil, having been anticipate…”
Origen of Alexandria, 3th c. — HOMILIES ON LEVITICUS 3:4.5
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17He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.
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15The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
16A man’s gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men.
— Proverbs 18:17 —
18The lot causeth contentions to cease, and parteth between the mighty.
19A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and their contentions are like the bars of a castle.