Письмо 18
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I barely have time to write you these brief lines to thank you for writing.
You write that you feel boredom and sadness without consolation. This is a test of your faith and love for God - they are tempted by the nasty; and meanwhile, this same thing brings you humility; but do not despair of God’s mercy: this cross and this burden, perhaps, will make up for the poverty of your deeds, and for your concern for the salvation of your sisters, do not lose God’s mercy; asking you not to leave me in your prayers, with my respect I remain your unworthy prayer book, the great sinner I.M. August 17, 1847.
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