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A tree is known by its fruit; a man by his deeds. A good deed is never lost.

Basil of Caesarea

Letter 92

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On the Holy Spirit

Basil of Caesarea

A reading pick tied to today's figure, quote, era, or event. Basil gives the mature Cappadocian defense of the Spirit's divinity after Nicaea.

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