Let us affectionately love His angels as counselors and defenders appointed by the Father and placed over us. They are faithful; they are prudent; they are powerful; Let us only follow them, let us remain close to them, and in the protection of the God of heaven let us abide.
Bernard of ClairvauxIngratitude is the soul's enemy... Ingratitude is a burning wind that dries up the source of love, the dew of mercy, the streams of grace.
Bernard of ClairvauxIf you would know whether you have made a good confession, ask yourself I you have resolved to abandon your sins.
Bernard of ClairvauxLove of Mary and devotion to her are a sure sign of obtaining eternal salvation.
Bernard of Clairvaux