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What does it mean?
Take care of your body, but focus more on the soul; avoid excess and pride, and dress modestly.
In plain terms
Prioritize soul, limit excess, dress modestly.
What can you take from it?
Balance physical needs with moral humility.

Where it applies

  • dieting
  • wardrobe choices

Putting it to work

  • practice modest dressing

Questions to consider

  • Why is modesty linked to virtue?
  • How does excess affect the soul?

Another view

May be overly ascetic for some lifestyles.

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