These symbolize (Proverbs 30:14) the greedy and usurers whose teeth are swords and knifes which they use to devour the poor and steal their megger possessions. All of them are children of this world who consider the children of light to be stupid and believe themselves to be the prudent ones. Their prudence is their death.

Anyone, then, who desires to live chastely in Christ Jesus, must flee not only the mouse of lust, but even from its very scent.

Our thoughts ought by instinct to fly upwards from animals, men and natural objects to their creator. If created things are so utterly lovely, how gloriously beautiful must he be who made them! The wisdom of the worker is revealed in his handiwork.

Actions speak louder than words; let your words teach and your actions speak.

The spirit of humility is sweeter than honey, and those who nourish themselves with this honey produce sweet fruit.

Attribute to God every good that you have received. If you take credit for something that does not belong to you, you will be guilty of theft.

The life of the body is the soul; the life of the soul is God.