45
You gave me no greeting, but from the time I arrived she hasn't quit kissing my feet.
46
You provided nothing for freshening up, but she has soothed my feet with perfume.
47
Impressive, isn't it? She was forgiven many, many sins, and so she is very, very grateful. If the forgiveness is minimal, the gratitude is minimal."
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