He means not that we should seek glory of men, but that though we conceal it, our work may shine forth in honour of God to those among whom we live.
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Catena Aurea on Matthew 5:14: Hilary of Poitiers
Giovanni Paolo Panini, Interior of St. Peter's, Rome, c. 1754 · Public domainGiovanni Paolo Panini, Interior of St. Peter's, Rome, c. 1754
CommentHilary of PoitiersPublic domainMatthew 5:14
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