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Mater et Magistra §234 — Tolle Lege

Encyclicals (Pre-V2)

Pope John XXIII

Mater et Magistra §234

Mater et Magistra: On Christianity and Social Progress

²³⁴ But We must remind you here of an important truth: the Christian conception of life demands of all—whether highborn or lowly—a spirit of moderation and sacrifice. That is what God calls us to by His grace.

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Source: Mater et Magistra (Vatican.va)