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Papal advice on overwork

Submitted by Merlin on August 23, 2006 - 2:15am.

Holidaying Pope criticises overwork - The Herald

Words of wisdom from the vacationing Pope:

During his traditional weekly appearance to bless the faithful, Benedict XVI quoted from writings of St Bernard in the 12th century meant for popes of his time on the subject of overwork.

The saint advised pontiffs to “watch out for the dangers of an excessive activity, whatever… the job that you hold, because many jobs often lead to the ‘hardening of the heart’, as well as ‘suffering of the spirit, loss of intelligence’,” Benedict said, quoting St Bernard.

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Don’t work too hard!... Thanks to...

Submitted by Barnabas quotidianus (not verified) on August 23, 2006 - 6:30am.

Don’t work too hard!…

Thanks to 43 Folders for this quote from Pope Benedict XVI: During his traditional weekly appearance to bless the faithful, Benedict XVI quoted from writings of St Bernard in the 12th century meant for popes of his time on the subject of overwork. The …