The angels surround and help the priest when he is celebrating Mass.
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He that is jealous is not in love.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Jealousy is a sign of insecurity that undermines true love.
This quote by Saint Augustine suggests that jealousy stems from a lack of trust and insecurity in a relationship. True love should be based on mutual respect and trust, and if jealousy is present, it may indicate that one or both partners are not fully engaged in a loving, healthy relationship.
Themes
JealousyLoveTrustInsecurityRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
In a relationship workshop discussing healthy communication, one might say this quote to emphasize the importance of trust over jealousy.
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