Earthly riches are like the reed. Its roots are sunk in the swamp, and its exterior is fair to behold; but inside it is hollow. If a man leans on such a reed, it will snap off and pierce his soul.

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

Regret not that which is past; and trust not to thine own righteousness.

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

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

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.

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