To bear with patience wrongs done to oneself is a mark of perfection, but to bear with patience wrongs done to someone else is a mark of imperfection and even of actual sin.
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Temperance is simply a disposition of the mind which binds the passion.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Temperance is the ability to control one's passions and desires.
In this quote, Thomas Aquinas highlights the concept of temperance as a mental state that regulates and restrains our passions. It implies that mastering one's desires leads to a more balanced and reasonable life, promoting self-control and prudence in actions and decisions.
Themes
TemperanceSelf-ControlPassionMindBalance
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about personal growth, you could say, 'As Thomas Aquinas stated, 'Temperance is simply a disposition of the mind which binds the passion,' reminding us of the importance of self-control in achieving our goals.
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