It is useless to subdue the flesh by abstinence, unless one gives up his irregular life, and abandons vices which defile his soul.

Girded with faith and the performance of good works, let us follow in his [Jesus] paths by the guidance of the Gospel.

Be careful to be gentle, lest in removing the rust, you break the whole instrument.

Listen and attend with the ear of your heart.

Prayer ought to be short and pure, unless it be prolonged by the inspiration of Divine grace.

Then are they truly monks when they live by the labor of their hands.

He who labors as he prays lifts his heart to God with his hands.