The prayer of the monk is not perfect until he no longer recognizes himself or the fact that he is praying.

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

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

Christians must lean on the Cross of Christ just as travelers lean on a staff when they begin a long journey.

The Glorious Virgin did not have a stain in her birth because she was santified in her mother's womb and safeguarded there by angels.

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.

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.