Heavenly Doctrine (Tafel) n. 94

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94. The Church is a neighbour more than one's country; for he who takes care of the Church, takes care of the souls, and the eternal life of the men who are in a country. Whoever, therefore, out of love, takes care of the Church, loves the neighbour in a higher degree; for heaven and happiness of life to eternity are desired and willed by him for others.


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