One day, as Francis was riding near Assisi, he met a leper. He had always felt an overpowering horror of these sufferers; but making a great effort, he conquered his aversion, dismounted, and, in giving the leper a coin, kissed his hand. The leper than gave him the kiss of peace, after which, Francis remounted his horse and rode on his way. From that day onwards he mortified himself increasingly until, through God's grace, he won complete victory.
Saint Francis of Assisi
Legend of the Three Companions
CHAPTER IV
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