Since God often sends us inspirations by means of His angels, we should frequently return our aspirations to him by means of the same messengers.
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A dance is the devil's procession, and he that entereth into a dance, entereth into his possession.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that engaging in dance can lead one to lose control and be influenced by negative forces.
Saint Francis De Sales poetically articulates a cautionary perspective on dance, likening it to a procession led by the devil. This implies that when one immerses themselves in the act of dancing, they may inadvertently allow themselves to fall under the spell of unruly passions and lose their autonomy, hinting at the broader theme of indulgence and its potential consequences in life.
Themes
DanceDevilPossessionCautionIndulgenceControl
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about moderation, one might quote this to emphasize the need for self-control.
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