4 Maccabees 3:1

1 clear thinking doesn't appear to have control over its own tendencies, but it does control those emotions that come from the body.

4 Maccabees 3:1 In-Context

1 clear thinking doesn't appear to have control over its own tendencies, but it does control those emotions that come from the body.
2 None of us can eliminate that kind of emotion, but clear thinking makes it possible for us not to be slaves to our emotions.
3 None of you can eliminate anger from your soul, but clear thinking can help you deal with your anger.
4 None of you can completely eliminate meanness, but clear thinking can fight alongside you so that you don't have to give in to your cruel tendencies.
5 clear thinking does not uproot the emotions, but it is their opponent.
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