The thread on which the different good qualities of human beings are strung as pearls, is the fear of God. When the fastenings of this fear are unloosed, the pearls roll in all directions, and are lost one by one.

Orchot Tzaddikim

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Original Citation

Orchot Tzaddikim. 15th century, introduction, no. 19.

Current Citation

Orchos Tzaddikim: A Treasure for Life Commentary by Rabbi Avrohom G. Yachnes. Feldheim Publishers, 2016, introduction.