85. A passion which we allow to grow active within us through our own choice afterwards forces itself upon us against our will. 86. We have a love for the causes of involuntary thoughts, and that is why they come. In the case of voluntary thoughts we clearly have a love not only for the causes but also for the objects with which they are concerned. 87. Presumption and boastfulness are causes of blasphemy. Avarice and self-esteem are causes of cruelty and hypocrisy. #Mark_the_Ascetic #philokalia