There is nothing better to display the truth in an excellent light, than a clear and simple statement of facts.

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

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

The prophet shows that, for the sake of silence, we are to abstain even from good talk. If this be so, how much more needful is it that we refrain from evil words, on account of the penalty of the sin!

The first degree of humility is prompt obedience.

It is time now for us to rise from sleep.

Run while you have the light of life!