“There is mercy on [Jesus'] tongue, and so he teaches the Law mercifully, as was said about wisdom: "But she carries on her tongue the Law and mercy." Do not fear that you cannot fulfill the Law; flee to mercy.”
Augustine of Hippo, 5th c. — TRACTATES ON THE GOSPEL OF JOHN 7:10.2
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26She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.
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24She maketh fine linen, and selleth it; and delivereth girdles unto the merchant.
25Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.
— Proverbs 31:26 —
27She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
28Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.