Simplicity is the straightforwardness of a soul which refuses itself any reaction with regard to itself or its deeds. This virtue differs from and surpasses sincerity. We see many people who are sincere without being simple. They do not wish to be taken for other than what they are; but they are always fearing lest they should be taken for what they are not.

Simplicity is that grace which frees the soul from all unnecessary reflections upon itself.

Even if no command to pray had existed, our very weakness would have suggested it.

True piety hath in it nothing weak, nothing sad, nothing constrained. It enlarges the heart; it is simple, free, and attractive.

I would have no desire other than to accomplish thy will. Teach me to pray; pray thyself in me.

There is never any peace for those who resist God.

Faith is letting down our nets into the transparent deeps at the Divine command, not knowing what we shall draw.