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Humility See also Modesty. Humorousness (See WITTINESS.) Bernadette Soubirous, St. humble girl to whom Virgin Mary appeared. [Christian Hagiog.: Attwater, 65–66] washes dishes even though a cardinal. [Christian Hagiog.: Hall, 50] traditional representation of humility. [Plant Symbolism: Flora Symbolica, 167] pictured with head bent as sign of humbleness. [Christian Hagiog.: Hall, 53] used by da Vinci as symbol of humility. [Plant Symbol-ism: Embolden, 25] . meek princess renounced world, cared for sick. [Christian Hagiog.: Attwater, 112] abases self in awe of the Lord. [O.T.: Job 40:3–5; 42:1–6] the Baptist feels unworthy before Christ. [N.T.: Mark 1:7; Luke 3:16] traditional representation of humility. [Plant Symbolism: Flora Symbolica 172] How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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as well as that which is revealed; in short, let him substitute humility for pride of reason—let him have faith, and live The little bud's lesson shall teach us how sad a thing is pride, and that humility alone can bring true happiness to flower and Fairy. People will there discuss with humility vital questions that we here think ourselves too good to touch with tongs. |
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