As woman was the first to be tempted, so did God's message … - Edith Stein

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As woman was the first to be tempted, so did God's message of grace come first to a woman, and each time woman's assent determined the destiny of humanity as a whole.

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Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (October 12 1891 – August 9 1942), born Edith Stein, was a German Saint, philosopher, a Carmelite nun, and martyr who was murdered at Auschwitz.

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Alternative Names: St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross • Teresia Benedicta a Cruce OCD • Teresa Benedicta a Cruce

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