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Make yourself familiar with the angels and behold them frequently in spirit for without being seen, they are present with you.

Saint Francis de Sales

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Saint Francis de Sales
Age: 55 †
Born: 1567
Born: August 26
Died: 1622
Died: December 28
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Chateau de Thorens
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Bishop of Geneva
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