Or, the sins of the flesh are called the dung. From this then the tree revives to bear fruit again, for from the remembrance of sin the soul quickens itself to good works. But there are very many who hear reproof, and yet despise the return to repentance; wherefore it is added, And if it bear fruit, well.
Reproduced in full. Translation: Oxford 1841 (Newman), public domain (Public domain).
Also cites: ubi sup.
