Charity never lacks what is her own, all that she needs for her own security. Not alone does she have it, she abounds with it. She wants this abundance for herself that she may share it with all; and she reserves enough for herself so that she disappoints nobody. For charity is perfect only when full.

Saint Bernard

Saint Bernard

Abound Abundance Alone Charity Does Enough Full Her Herself Lacks May Needs Never Nobody Only Own Perfect Reserves Security Share She Wants

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