Moral Treatises

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Chapter 1:
Continence is God's gift; it aids in resisting worldly temptations.
Chapter 2:
Set a watch on your heart; prevent evil from arising.
Chapter 3:
Inner consent to evil is sin; guard your heart's thoughts.
Chapter 4:
Purify within, and external purity follows; internal thoughts matter.
Chapter 5:
True continence guards the heart from consenting to evil.
Chapter 6:
Continence fights lust; ultimate victory will be complete health.
Chapter 7:
Battle lust with continence; overcome vices for spiritual growth.
Chapter 8:
Mortify flesh's deeds by the Spirit; sin won't rule.
Chapter 9:
Fight flesh's works by Spirit; avoid lust, pursue righteousness.
Chapter 10:
Avoid pride; depend on God, not self, to overcome sin.
Chapter 11:
Live not after self; walk after God, not human nature.
Chapter 12:
Rely on God's grace, not self, to overcome sin.
Chapter 13:
Daily pray for forgiveness and strength to resist sin.
Chapter 14:
Some blame fate, devil, or God for their sins.
Chapter 15:
God permits, but punishes sins; His justice remains supreme.
Chapter 16:
God could make sinless humans; He values free will.
Chapter 17:
Continence needed to avoid sin and excuses; seek righteousness.
Chapter 18:
Walk in Spirit; flesh and spirit's conflict isn't dualistic.
Chapter 19:
Flesh lusts through the soul; pray for harmonious existence.
Chapter 20:
Evil desires exist; resist them to prevent sin's perfection.
Chapter 21:
Flesh lusts against Spirit; evil is not a substance.
Chapter 22:
Manichees falsely claim flesh is evil; Apostle refutes their madness.
Chapter 23:
Apostle teaches Christ, Church, husband, wife relationships.
Chapter 24:
Paul refutes false claims about Christ's flesh; affirms bodily goodness.
Chapter 25:
Church, like flesh, resists evil, strives for righteousness.
Chapter 26:
Continence is divine, curbing bodily lust for righteousness.
Chapter 27:
False continence serves evil; true continence heals all desires.
Chapter 28:
True continence heals desires, body and soul.
Chapter 29:
Spirit's struggle against flesh aims for spiritual health.
Chapter 30:
True faith must accompany continence for true righteousness.
Chapter 31:
Believers must continually combat evil desires.
Chapter 32:
Overcome sin through God's gift of continence.

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Chapter 1:
God created man and woman for societal and familial bonds.
Chapter 2:
Progeny possible without intercourse; various theological opinions discussed.
Chapter 3:
Marriage's goodness includes fidelity, societal bond, and divine approval.
Chapter 4:
Married faithfulness essential; adultery violates soul's great moral good.
Chapter 5:
Marriage faithfulness: even in non-reproductive unions, important fidelity matters.
Chapter 6:
Sexual intercourse allowed for incontinence; marriage prevents greater sins.
Chapter 7:
Divorce allowed for adultery; remarriage debated within scriptural bounds.
Chapter 8:
Marriage and continence are both goods, but continence is better.
Chapter 9:
Some goods, like marriage, serve a higher purpose than others.
Chapter 10:
Paul's wish for universal continence underscores spiritual and societal readiness.
Chapter 11:
Marriage isn't sinful; Paul's teachings clarify sexual moderation within marriage.
Chapter 12:
Natural intercourse in marriage is pardoned, unnatural is condemned.
Chapter 13:
Married bodies are holy; sanctity spreads through marital faithfulness.
Chapter 14:
Rare married women focus solely on pleasing God.
Chapter 15:
Christians today prefer continence; marriage often succumbs to desires.
Chapter 16:
Temporary concubinage cannot replace the sanctity of lawful marriage.
Chapter 17:
Marriage's sacramental bond remains unbroken by barrenness or separation.
Chapter 18:
Sexual moderation distinguishes holy fathers' marriages from sinful acts.
Chapter 19:
Marriage universally aims at procreation; holy marriages had unique spiritual duty.
Chapter 20:
Polyandry prohibited; monogamy aligns with natural law and societal order.
Chapter 21:
Sacrament of marriage reflects unity in the City of God.
Chapter 22:
Abraham's obedience signifies greater good beyond marital faithfulness.
Chapter 23:
Purification after intercourse symbolizes life needing form, teaching.
Chapter 24:
Continence in spirit compares to marriage; Abraham exemplifies obedience.
Chapter 25:
Virtues of soul shown in works; continence, patience examples.
Chapter 26:
Virtue in habit, not action; Jesus' actions differ situationally.
Chapter 27:
Law favored begetting; modern continence follows spiritual obedience.
Chapter 28:
Continence better than marriage chastity; comparison based on obedience.
Chapter 29:
Compare virtues across different goods; obedience surpasses continence.
Chapter 30:
Obedience to precepts includes chastity; compare obedient married virgin.
Chapter 31:
Obedience exemplified by Abraham; modern continence follows spiritual obedience.
Chapter 32:
Marriage sanctified by sacrament; continence preferred for spiritual dedication.
Chapter 33:
Old Testament marriages not sinful; they followed divine law.
Chapter 34:
Modern marriages should learn from the restraint of fathers.
Chapter 35:
Virgins and boys dedicate themselves with humility, follow examples.
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Chapter 1:
Marriage is good; virginity is greater gift from God.
Chapter 2:
Christ exemplifies virginity's honor through His birth and teachings.
Chapter 3:
Spiritual kinship with Christ is superior to biological kinship.
Chapter 4:
Mary's virginity chosen by God before Christ's conception.
Chapter 5:
Virginity in body and spirit brings mothers of Christ.
Chapter 6:
Church as a virgin mother bears spiritual members of Christ.
Chapter 7:
Virginity not rivaled by married fruitfulness; both have roles.
Chapter 8:
Virginity's honor comes from dedication to God, not flesh.
Chapter 9:
Holy virginity surpasses all fleshly fruitfulness, remains dedicated.
Chapter 10:
Marriages produce virgin daughters, sacred virginity not from flesh.
Chapter 11:
Virginity cherished more for dedication than for virginity itself.
Chapter 12:
Virginity is an angelic practice, honored more than marriage.
Chapter 13:
Virginity valued for heavenly kingdom, not just worldly concerns.
Chapter 14:
Virginity avoids worldly cares, focuses on pleasing God.
Chapter 15:
Marriage commands compliance; virginity offers better counsel.
Chapter 16:
Marriage causes flesh tribulation; virginity avoids such burdens.
Chapter 17:
Marriage seen not evil, but not equal to virginity.
Chapter 18:
Virginity held above marriage without condemning marriage itself.
Chapter 19:
Virginity's eternal rewards surpass marriage's earthly challenges.
Chapter 20:
Apostolic teachings defend marriage, denounce false interpretations and condemnations.
Chapter 21:
Marriage is good, continence better, Scripture confirms both virtues.
Chapter 22:
Continent life better for heavenly rewards, married life acceptable.
Chapter 23:
Christ praises those who abstain for kingdom of heaven.
Chapter 24:
Prophecy honors eunuchs dedicated for the kingdom of heaven.
Chapter 25:
Eternal reward for continent, superior to temporal marital benefits.
Chapter 26:
Different eternal rewards, virgins receive distinct, higher honor.
Chapter 27:
Virgin purity follows Christ uniquely, celebrated for their dedication.
Chapter 28:
Non-virgins follow Christ as able, without virginity's distinct honor.
Chapter 29:
Virgins' greater joy in heaven, distinct from married faithful.
Chapter 30:
Encourage those able to vow continence, higher spiritual reward.
Chapter 31:
Continent should remain humble, guard against pride's dangers.
Chapter 32:
Christ teaches humility, warns against pride in all.
Chapter 33:
Virgins should follow Christ's humility, avoid pride's pitfalls.
Chapter 34:
Apostle Paul warns against idleness, praises humility in continence.
Chapter 35:
Christ's humility exemplifies, teaches value of meekness.
Chapter 36:
Humility essential, avoid arrogance, follow Christ's example.
Chapter 37:
New converts humble, virgins should also embrace humility.
Chapter 38:
Virgins' humility compared to Christ's, avoid prideful thoughts.
Chapter 39:
Virgins should conceive fear of God, avoid pride.
Chapter 40:
Virgins should remain humble, acknowledge human life's trials.
Chapter 41:
Repress pride, thank God for keeping you from sin.
Chapter 42:
Understand all virtue and continence as gifts from God.
Chapter 43:
Wisdom and continence are gifts; humility prevents pride.
Chapter 44:
Avoid pride even in God's gifts; humility is key.
Chapter 45:
Prefer continence to marriage ; compare not individuals' piety.
Chapter 46:
Understanding gifts of continence, marriage, and martyrdom's different fruits.
Chapter 47:
Contemplate hidden gifts to maintain humility in continence.
Chapter 48:
Consider human weakness; confess sins to maintain humility.
Chapter 49:
Virgins follow Lamb without deceit; acknowledge sin humbly.
Chapter 50:
Confess sins humbly, avoid pride in habitual sinning.
Chapter 51:
Even greatest must be humble; Christ's humility exemplary.
Chapter 52:
Humility essential to guard and maintain virginity's good.
Chapter 53:
Follow Christ's humility; avoid pride in continence.
Chapter 54:
Practice humility alongside continence; avoid prideful conduct.
Chapter 55:
Love Christ wholeheartedly; His sacrifice deserves total devotion.
Chapter 56:
Seek inner beauty; love Christ sincerely without fear.
Chapter 57:
Maintain holiness and humility; avoid prideful deceptions.
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Chapter 1:
Augustine writes to Juliana about holy widowhood and its counsel.
Chapter 2:
Augustine teaches from Scripture, urging wisdom and sobriety.
Chapter 3:
Paul's advice on unmarried and widows, urging continence.
Chapter 4:
The value of faith and marriage, contrasted with widowed continence.
Chapter 5:
Marriage's sanctity and the virtue of widowed continence.
Chapter 6:
Second marriages honored, but widowed continence praised.
Chapter 7:
Marriage and widowhood both honorable in different ways.
Chapter 8:
Body and spirit sanctified in marriage and widowhood.
Chapter 9:
Each good has its place; widowed life is praised.
Chapter 10:
Comparisons of holy women in different circumstances.
Chapter 11:
Embrace gathering, abstain from embracing. Second marriage marks incontinence alone.
Chapter 12:
Receive word, contain or marry; uphold chastity in marriage bonds.
Chapter 13:
Not all marriage, but second or third marriage, seem enough.
Chapter 14:
Departures from holier purpose worse than adulteries, not marriages.
Chapter 15:
Men’s question on third marriage, multiple marriages; Lord’s reply.
Chapter 16:
Answer question, three widows, two husbands, desert and life.
Chapter 17:
Let widows, three or more, serve always with prayer.
Chapter 18:
How blessed are those who seek to satisfy the Lord.
Chapter 19:
1. Discussion on merits of married women and widows; complex, deep discourse.
2. Catholics after multiple marriages preferred over widows and heretics.
Chapter 20:
1. Pursue continence fervently, giving thanks for God's gracious gifts.
2. Embrace gifts from God; avoid pride, give thanks sincerely.
Chapter 21:
Admonish against ideas weakening grace, prayer, and free will's balance.
Chapter 22:
Address those who exalt free will without acknowledging grace.
Chapter 23:
Encourage persevering in vows, discuss marriage's spiritual implications.
Chapter 24:
Advocate for spiritual beauty over worldly adornment, encourage mutual support.
Chapter 25:
Reflect on passing time, the impermanence of worldly desires, and salvation.
Chapter 26:
Replace carnal desires with spiritual joys in holy chastity, warn against avarice.
Chapter 27:
Guard life from shameful deeds, protect character, and benefit others.
Chapter 28:
Persevere in continence despite objections; persuade others to follow earnestly.
Chapter 29:
Pray for me; I write about continence, and encourage holy reading.
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Chapter 1:
Discussion on lying: its complexity, pitfalls, and ethical dilemmas.
Chapter 2:
Jokes are exempt from lying; intention matters in falsehoods.
Chapter 3:
Definition of lying: intent to deceive distinguishes it.
Chapter 4:
Deliberate falsehoods: intentions and consequences analyzed.
Chapter 5:
Utility of lies debated: examples from Sarah, Jacob, and midwives.
Chapter 6:
Prohibition against lying: moral arguments and Biblical injunctions.
Chapter 7:
Interpretations of Biblical examples of lying examined.
Chapter 8:
New Testament perspective on truthfulness and integrity discussed.
Chapter 9:
No authority supports lying in Scripture, whether literal or figurative.
Chapter 10:
The purity of the body is upheld by integrity of mind.
Chapter 11:
Good men should never tell lies; all discipline of faith destroyed.
Chapter 12:
Avoid worse deeds; consent to suffer violation rather than sin.
Chapter 13:
Consent not deed; choose suffering over sin; no approval of sin.
Chapter 14:
Refusing sin not approval; suffer unjustly; endure bravely; avoid sin.
Chapter 15:
Avoid defilement by sin; suffering not sin; avoid worse sin.
Chapter 16:
Avoid lies; avoid worse lies; protect others' reputation and Christ.
Chapter 17:
Mad to falsify Gospel to avoid sin; never tell lies.
Chapter 18:
Avoid unjust hurt; avoid pointless lies; differentiate between lying and liars.
Chapter 19:
Never deceive with false peace; always be honest and truthful.
Chapter 20:
Avoid discord; keep quiet unless necessary; hide or speak only truth.
Chapter 21:
False witness includes lies that praise or elevate someone.
Chapter 22:
Should a Christian lie to protect a homicide or innocent person from punishment, or tell the truth and risk betraying them?
Chapter 23:
A Bishop named Firmus refused to lie or betray a man, even under torture, and his bravery impressed the emperor, who pardoned the man.
Chapter 24:
In cases where hiding the truth would betray someone, it's better to say "I know where he is, but I will never show" instead of remaining silent or saying "I won't tell". This way, you avoid betraying the person's location while also avoiding lying.
Chapter 25:
Lying is never justifiable, even to prevent harm or defilement.
Chapter 26:
Scriptural examples guide our actions and interpret divine commands.
Chapter 27:
Jesus and Paul demonstrated patience and readiness to suffer for the truth, showing that the command to "turn the other cheek" is a spiritual preparation of the heart, not just a physical action.
Chapter 28:
Paul used oaths carefully, avoiding perjury and literalism.
Chapter 29:
Jesus' command "Take no thought for the morrow" means don't prioritize material needs over spiritual ones, not that we shouldn't prepare for the future at all.
Chapter 30:
Jesus' command to live by the Gospel is permissive, not required.
Chapter 31:
Heart's speech judged; speaking truth necessary; lies harm the soul.
Chapter 32:
Heart and body mouth distinction; actions reflect heart's purity or impurity.
Chapter 33:
Heart's lies condemned; detraction through ill-will revealed by God.
Chapter 34:
Lying condemned; avoid even the wish; some lies permitted.
Chapter 35:
Lies condemned; truth-seeking praised; confession needed for salvation.
Chapter 36:
For false witness in the ten commands: truth loved, lies wrong.
Chapter 37:
A son receiving truth avoids destruction; falsehood not in mouth.
Chapter 38:
Some say never lie, Scripture shows lies hated.
Chapter 39:
Sins hinder eternal life; consent not, sin less.
Chapter 40:
Sanctity: body, soul, doctrine. Consent sin, purity guarded.
Chapter 41:
A lie, if it does not violate piety, innocence, or benevolence, may be allowed for bodily modesty.
Chapter 42:
Scripture teaches never to lie; even examples in Acts are figurative.
Chapter 43:
Some defend lying, even calling Paul's rebuke a lie.
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Chapter 1:
Brother Consentius, urgent reading, sailing soon, must answer before delay.
Chapter 2:
Priscillianists twist Scriptures, justify lying, worse than other heretics.
Chapter 3:
Martyrs honor truth, confess faith, refute lying for safety's sake.
Chapter 4:
All lies oppose truth, harmful to souls, condemned universally.
Chapter 5:
Spy lies to catch Priscillianists, risks confirming heresy unwittingly.
Chapter 6:
Condemn Priscillianists' false doctrines, pity them, but reject lying.
Chapter 7:
Lying undermines trust, confuses believers, even among brothers.
Chapter 8:
Priscillianists' lies condemned, ours worse if justified to correct them.
Chapter 9:
The chapter explores the idea that indulging in falsehood, even partially, undermines honor and truthfulness.
Chapter 10:
It discusses the power of reason in distinguishing between what appears just versus what truly embodies virtue.
Chapter 11:
Hidden wolves in sheep's clothing, exposed through repentance and truth.
Chapter 12:
Christians must not use deceit to expose deceitful ones.
Chapter 13:
Speaking truth outwardly and inwardly is essential for salvation.
Chapter 14:
Speaking truth in both heart and mouth avoids hypocrisy.
Chapter 15:
Truthfulness with others, even non-believers, is essential Christian conduct.
Chapter 16:
"Preach the truth with a sincere mind, avoiding envy and strife."
Chapter 17:
"Detect heresy without compromising the integrity of the Catholic faith."
Chapter 18:
"Actions must be judged by their inherent goodness or evil."
Chapter 19:
"Avoid sin regardless of the intention or circumstance."
Chapter 20:
"Avoid sin, even when trying to prevent others from sinning."
Chapter 21:
If fearing others' sins, Lot nearly let daughters suffer lust.
Chapter 22:
David swore in anger, almost fulfilling, then showed clemency.
Chapter 23:
Good men, due to compensatory sins, sometimes justify lying.
Chapter 24:
Jacob's deed, if seen diligently, is not lie, but mystery.
Chapter 25:
Priscillianists' falsehoods must be refuted, not merely exposed.
Chapter 26:
Explains figurative Scriptures misunderstood, not advocating literal deception by apostles.
Chapter 27:
Christ uses figurative language to teach deeper spiritual truths.
Chapter 28:
Christ's feigned actions convey profound spiritual truths, not literal deception.
Chapter 29:
Misinterpreting prophetic actions as lies, biblical narratives require careful discernment.
Chapter 30:
Scripture narrates both good and bad deeds for reflection.
Chapter 31:
Lies cannot be just; all against truth and justice absurd.
Chapter 32:
God rewards mercy, not deceit; good deeds outweigh past sins.
Chapter 33:
Rahab and midwives rewarded for mercy, not for deceit's sake.
Chapter 34:
Midwives and Rahab's mercy better than lying for survival.
Chapter 35:
Not all lying justifiable; truth always better, seek forgiveness.
Chapter 36:
Overcome by human feeling, struggling with truth versus compassion dilemmas.
Chapter 37:
Caution against allowing lies to grow into pervasive societal norms.
Chapter 38:
Defense against lies, even under pressure for human compassion.
Chapter 39:
No justification for lying, especially not under religious contexts.
Chapter 40:
Debating lying to save souls versus maintaining truth and chastity.
Chapter 41:
Rejects lies to promote salvation, condemns falsehoods and blasphemy.

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Complied with Aurelius' bidding on monastic obligations.
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Monks debate spiritual versus physical work's apostolic mandates.
3.
Gospel versus Paul's teachings on monks' sustenance debated.
4.
Paul's example and apostolic instructions on work and sustenance.
5.
Corinthians' insights on apostolic freedoms and sustenance examined.
Chapter 6:
Apostles followed Jesus' example of receiving support for Gospel preaching.
Chapter 7:
Seventy-two sent with peace, allowed support but not required.
Chapter 8:
Gospel ministers ordained to live from Gospel, Paul worked instead.
Chapter 9:
Paul affirms right to Gospel support but chose not to.
Chapter 10:
Gospel supports physical needs, Paul chose not to accept it.
Chapter 11:
Paul does not seek personal gain but preaches the Gospel freely.
Chapter 12:
Paul adapts to others to win them for Christ's sake.
Chapter 13:
Paul becomes all things to all people for their sake.
Chapter 14:
Paul works with his hands to support himself, setting example.
Chapter 15:
Paul works diligently while spreading the Gospel across nations.
Chapter 16:
Paul exhorts believers to work silently, support one another generously.
Chapter 17:
Apostle urges financial support for saints, citing Macedonian generosity as exemplary.
Chapter 18:
Paul praises Corinthians' readiness to give, urges cheerful generosity.
Chapter 19:
Believers urged to support needy saints while maintaining their own work.
Chapter 20:
Paul encourages balancing work with devotion to prayer and scripture.
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Discourse and work balance in monastery, using Apostle Paul's example.
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Apostle Paul worked as a tent-maker with Aquila and Priscilla.
23.
Did other Apostles sin by not working? Paul's ministry clarified.
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Paul's distinct ministry among Gentiles, not a criticism of others.
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Supporting those who left livelihoods for religious service, necessary charity.
Chapter 26:
Avoid undisciplined younger widows; idle, busybodies, speak what not. Against apostolic rule; preach laziness.
Chapter 27:
Sluggards misinterpret Gospel; avoid work citing birds' example unfairly. Challenge hypocrisy.
Chapter 28:
Advocate for physical labor over idle contemplation; challenge hypocritical interpretations.
Chapter 29:
Critique those who stockpile food while advocating idleness; challenge hypocrisy.
Chapter 30:
Birds' example misused; advocate for balanced interpretation of Gospel.
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Gospel and practical examples justify preparation, not worry about provisions.
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Conversion to spiritual life, work as God's servant detailed.
33.
Monastic life, work with hands, charity, and communal living discussed.
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Avoid serving both God and mammon; trust in divine providence.
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Birds and lilies analogy: trust God for necessities, not anxiety.
Chapter 36:
Critique of hypocritical monks; call to genuine monastic dedication.
Chapter 37:
Apostolic burdens and occupations; plea for genuine monastic dedication.
Chapter 38:
Writing about monks' work and apostolic precepts, correcting laziness.
Chapter 39:
Rebuke for long hair, disobedience to Apostle's precepts, vanity.
Chapter 40:
Long hair defense criticized; Paul's teachings on chastity, humility.
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Teaching rightly; rebuke for those causing disputes over long hair.

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Introduction: Style suggests not Augustine’s, but acknowledged genuine by Benedictine editors.
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Patience in God: God’s patience described despite His impassibility.
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Human Patience: Virtue tolerates evil without yielding to worse outcomes.
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Endurance for Desires: People endure hardships for wealth, honor, and pleasure.
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Praise of True Patience: Endurance for righteous causes, not lusts or crimes.
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Endurance for Eternal Life: Enduring sufferings for eternal rewards and salvation.
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Patience in Suffering: Enduring sufferings for righteousness' sake, soul's preservation.
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Patience in Trials: Patience exercised in mind and body amid adversities.
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Job’s Patience: Job’s patience amid spiritual and physical trials exemplified.
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Refusal of Self-Destruction: Job's endurance through trials, rejecting self-destruction for righteousness.
Chapter 11:
Patience from Scriptures, endure trials with humility, gain eternal life.
Chapter 12:
True patience from divine grace, not from human strength or will.
Chapter 13:
Debate on human will enduring trials without divine aid.
Chapter 14:
Lust drives the endurance of the wicked, love for saints.
Chapter 15:
Love of God inseparable from true, enduring patience of saints.
Chapter 16:
Human will, driven by worldly desires, not true patience.
Chapter 17:
Election of grace, not merit, saves and justifies the ungodly.
Chapter 18:
Old Testament saints justified by faith in Christ, not works.
Chapter 19:
Humanity unable to choose God without His first choosing them.
Chapter 20:
True patience rooted in love of God by the Holy Spirit.
Chapter 21:
Evil will can exist without another spirit's instigation or seduction.
Chapter 22:
Good will to love God is only possible through His work.
Chapter 23:
Patience in suffering for Christ, even without charity, is praiseworthy.
Chapter 24:
Is patience in suffering for truth a gift from God?
Chapter 25:
Different gifts are given to the heirs and others.
Chapter 26:
Patience of the poor in Christ leads to eternal bliss.

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Chapter 1:
Answering Paulinus about burial at Saint memorials for the dead.
Chapter 2:
Questioning if burial at saints' memorials benefits the departed.
Chapter 3:
Considering prayers for the dead and the Old Testament sacrifices.
Chapter 4:
Asserting that burial customs comfort the living more than help.
Chapter 5:
Respecting the bodies of the departed for their faithful service.
Chapter 6:
Reflecting on the value of placing bodies at saint memorials.
Chapter 7:
Affirming prayers for the dead surpass any specific burial customs.
Chapter 8:
Martyrs' bodies exposed, burned, ashes scattered; souls remain untouched, blessed.
Chapter 9:
Fear of lacking proper burial before death, despite gospel teachings.
Chapter 10:
Martyrs' bodies desecrated, but faith in resurrection remains steadfast and strong.
Chapter 11:
King David blessed those who showed mercy to Saul and Jonathan.
Chapter 12:
Visions of the dead in dreams questioned for their truthfulness.
Chapter 13:
Dreams of the dead seen as souls, similar to living appearances.
Chapter 14:
Visions and dreams of both living and dead explained ambiguously.
Chapter 15:
Vision of Curma's illness and afterlife journey analyzed for truthfulness.
Chapter 16:
Reflection on divine providence and the mystery of God’s judgments, questioning the involvement of the dead in the living’s affairs, and considering the comfort promised to the departed.
Chapter 17:
The rich man’s concern for his brothers in hell and the parallel of caring for the dead as the rich man, noting Abraham’s knowledge of past lives but not present actions.
Chapter 18:
Exploring the dead’s ignorance of current events on earth and the speculation on angels possibly informing the departed.
Chapter 19:
Discussing martyrs’ intercession for the living evidenced by benefits, the distinction between divine intervention and natural order, and the limitations and distinctions of human and divine actions.
Chapter 20:
Delving into the mystery of how martyrs aid the living, whether through their presence or prayers mediated by angels, and God’s response to martyrs’ prayers through His omnipresence and the honor bestowed on martyrs’ merits.
Chapter 21:
A tale of John the Monk's prophetic gifts and wisdom.
Chapter 22:
Concerns about the efficacy of prayers and alms for the dead.
Chapter 23:
Apologetic response on inquiries, conveyed with heartfelt verbosity and gratitude.
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Chapter 1:
Answering Paulinus about burial at Saint memorials for the dead.
Chapter 2:
Questioning if burial at saints' memorials benefits the departed.
Chapter 3:
Considering prayers for the dead and the Old Testament sacrifices.
Chapter 4:
Asserting that burial customs comfort the living more than help.
Chapter 5:
Respecting the bodies of the departed for their faithful service.
Chapter 6:
Reflecting on the value of placing bodies at saint memorials.
Chapter 7:
Affirming prayers for the dead surpass any specific burial customs.
Chapter 8:
Martyrs' bodies exposed, burned, ashes scattered; souls remain untouched, blessed.
Chapter 9:
Fear of lacking proper burial before death, despite gospel teachings.
Chapter 10:
Martyrs' bodies desecrated, but faith in resurrection remains steadfast and strong.
Chapter 11:
King David blessed those who showed mercy to Saul and Jonathan.
Chapter 12:
Visions of the dead in dreams questioned for their truthfulness.
Chapter 13:
Dreams of the dead seen as souls, similar to living appearances.
Chapter 14:
Visions and dreams of both living and dead explained ambiguously.
Chapter 15:
Vision of Curma's illness and afterlife journey analyzed for truthfulness.
Chapter 16:
Reflection on divine providence and the mystery of God’s judgments, questioning the involvement of the dead in the living’s affairs, and considering the comfort promised to the departed.
Chapter 17:
The rich man’s concern for his brothers in hell and the parallel of caring for the dead as the rich man, noting Abraham’s knowledge of past lives but not present actions.
Chapter 18:
Exploring the dead’s ignorance of current events on earth and the speculation on angels possibly informing the departed.
Chapter 19:
Discussing martyrs’ intercession for the living evidenced by benefits, the distinction between divine intervention and natural order, and the limitations and distinctions of human and divine actions.
Chapter 20:
Delving into the mystery of how martyrs aid the living, whether through their presence or prayers mediated by angels, and God’s response to martyrs’ prayers through His omnipresence and the honor bestowed on martyrs’ merits.
Chapter 21:
A tale of John the Monk's prophetic gifts and wisdom.
Chapter 22:
Concerns about the efficacy of prayers and alms for the dead.
Chapter 23:
Apologetic response on inquiries, conveyed with heartfelt verbosity and gratitude.
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