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Silvanus of Gaza
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Abba Silvanus of Gaza was one of the Desert Fathers quoted in the Apophthegmata Patrum (Sayings of the Desert Fathers).
Quotes
Wortley John Give Me a Word: The Alphabetical Sayings of the Desert Fathers St. Vladimir's Seminary Press Yonkers, New York 2014 978-0-88141-497-4
He also said: “Woe to that man whose reputation is greater than his performance.”
Saying 10
Abba Moses asked Abba Silvanus: “Can a person make a fresh start each day?”and Abba Silvanus said: “If he is a real worker, a person can make a fresh start each day and each hour.”
Saying 11
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Category:Desert Fathers
Category:Monks
Category:People from Palestine