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I am not addressing my own people, nor my fellow citizens of the holy Romans, but those who are now become citizens of demons by reason of their evil works. They have chosen, by their hostile deeds, to live in death; comrades of the Scotti and Picts and of all who behave like apostates, bloody men who have steeped themselves in the blood of innocent Christians. The very same people I have begotten for God; their number beyond count, I myself confirmed them in Christ.

Saint Patrick#3

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About this quote

What does it mean?
Saint Patrick denounces those he sees as apostates and evil, claiming they have chosen death through hostile deeds.
In plain terms
He calls out people who act wickedly and invites spiritual judgment.
What can you take from it?
Beware of actions that betray moral and spiritual values.

Where it applies

  • church debates
  • interfaith dialogues
  • historical persecution

Putting it to work

  • promote compassionate outreach
  • challenge extremist rhetoric

Questions to consider

  • What defines true faith for you?
  • How can you address wrongdoing without condemnation?

Another view

Language is highly polemical and may alienate believers.

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