I see that already in this present world I am exalted above measure by the Lord. And I was not worthy nor such a one as that he should grant this to me, since I know most surely that poverty and affliction become me better than delights and riches.
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"I see that already in this present world I am exalted above measure by the Lord. And I was not worthy nor such a one as that he should grant this to me, since I know most surely that poverty and affliction become me better than delights and riches." — Saint Patrick
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I see that already in this present world I am exalted above measure by the Lord. And I was not worthy nor such a one as that he should grant this to me, since I know most surely that poverty and affliction become me better than delights and riches. — Saint Patrick
About Saint Patrick
Saint Patrick was a Saint from Irish (385–461).
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Who said "I see that already in this present world I am exalted above measure by the Lord…"?
This quote is attributed to Saint Patrick, a Saint from Irish.
When did Saint Patrick live?
Saint Patrick lived from 385 – 461.