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I must work the works of him who sent me while it is day. The night is coming, when no one can work.
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Verse 4. Whilst it is day. That is, during all the time of this mortal life; the night comes, that is, death. Witham.—He speaks of that night of which mention is made is S. Matt. chapter 22. Cast him into exterior darkness. This is a night in which none can work, but only receive the reward of their labours. If you wish to work, work now whilst you live; for beyond the grave there is neither faith, nor labour, nor repentance. Saint John Chrysostom as above.
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