Make yourself a “capacity” and I will make myself a “torrent.”
CATHERINE OF SIENA
CATHERINE OF SIENA
Catherine of Siena on capacity
Catherine of Siena80 quotes“Make yourself a “capacity” and I will make myself a “torrent.””
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